The Ministry of Youth and Sports, through the National Sports Council (NSC), has disbursed D200,000 to the Sports Journalists Association of The Gambia (SJAG) to finance a critical capacity-building training for sports journalists.
This initiative aligns with the ministry’s commitment to enhancing sports reporting and journalism in the country. The training, scheduled in two phases, aims to equip sports journalists with advanced skills to accurately report on various sporting disciplines, analyze events, and engage audiences with in-depth sports coverage.
The financial support from the Ministry of Youth and Sports underscores its dedication to strengthening the role of media in promoting sports and fostering professionalism in sports journalism.
This capacity-building initiative is expected to impact sports reporting positively, enabling journalists to better engage audiences and contribute to the growth of sports in the country.
The National Sports Council remains committed to supporting initiatives that develop talent and professionalism in sports journalism as part of its mandate to promote and develop sports in The Gambia.