Welcome Franklin Mutahakana, our new World Bank Group's Resident Representative for #TheGambia. He will lead World Bank, IFC, IDA - World Bank & MIGA efforts to enhance development support across the country. 👉wrld.bg/NAPZ50SxKzM

How do we achieve universal access to energy? It requires a huge financial investment in the electricity supply chain & strong government collaboration 🤝 I met with Hon. Nani Juwara Ministry of Petroleum, Energy and Mines The Gambia today & I reiterated the Bank's continuous support to the Energy sector in #Gambia

Excited to visit the Jambur 23MW Solar PV plant today & witness the incredible strides the #Gambia has made towards #SustainableEnergy! Seeing huge potential for private sector engagement. The World Bank Group's support in driving this green revolution is indeed laudable.

Celebrate #WorldYouthSkillsDay by joining the World Bank Africa Fellowship program! Join us in creating a lasting legacy of African expertise and innovation! Apply by Aug 25! 🔗ℹ️ worldbank.org/en/region/afr/…

It’s amazing how the #Gambia’s agriculture sector is undergoing an ambitious modernization. Sustainable farming is truly the future! Read more 👉🏽🔗 wrld.bg/SA8v50SCUe0

Private sector is the engine for development, driving job creation, competition, & productivity for #SustainableDevelopment. As IFC Africa's RR in #Gambia, I met with GCCI President Edrissa Mass Jobe & Sarata Conateh to explore opportunities for boosting private sector engagement.

Just concluded a productive meeting with key private sector players in #Gambia. It was insightful to explore potential opportunities to drive sustainable economic growth. Looking forward to productive engagements to enhance #PrivateSector role in national development

Energy access is not just about supplying electricity - it's about powering dreams!⚡ A World Bank-financed interconnection infrastructure is equipped to transmit 600 megawatts of electricity 🔆 to Mali, Senegal, and Mauritania. #PoweringAfrica #IDAworks

Applications are open until August 31st, 2024! #CPHIA2024 🔻

Tourism can be a powerful engine for women's empowerment, but in The Gambia, just 35% of full-time employees in the sector are women—far below the global average of 54%. Closing this gap is essential for inclusive growth. Learn more: wrld.bg/bcFG50Ug4is #AccelerateEquality

World Bank Board Approves $47.7 Million to Improve the Public Sector in the First Result-Based Financing Program worldbank.org/en/news/press-… via World Bank

Wishing you a joyful #holidayseason filled with love, & hope! As we reflect on the year, we remain committed to working together for a brighter 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ on a livable planet. Thank you for your partnership and trust. Here’s to a prosperous New Year! #HappyHolidays

📢Exciting Opportunity to join UNICEF The Gambia as a Youth Engagement Officer 👨‍🏫Passionate about Youth Empowerment💁‍♀️Apply now to join the team and make a difference🎉🎊

Link is here: app.unv.org/opportunities/…

📣 Launch of The Gambia’s National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, & Security. This important achievement demonstrates The #Gambia’s commitment to unlock the transformative power of young people in building sustainable peace & development together. #Youth4Peace #GambiaYPS

Clean energy is transforming #Gambia’s future! With #WorldBank support to the🇬🇲Govt., a 23MW solar park is live, & plans for a 50MW is on the way! Renewable energy means more jobs, better lives, and a greener tomorrow. Learn more 👉 sulkurl.com/mlU

#BorderlessAfrica Africans Rising

Honored to have our Country Director, Keiko Miwa, at the milestone inauguration of The Gambia’s first National high-voltage infrastructure! With #WorldBankGroup support, the Govt. is powering homes, boosting the private sector & creating opportunities for a sustainable Gambia.

I had the pleasure of joining the Knowout finals in Mandinaba last weekend. Congrats to crowned champions! Madinatul Salam and Hard luck to the runners-up, Tanzania United. Kudos to Mandinaba Sports Committee and all sponsors for making this tournament a success. #Sports4Dev

Celebrating #InternationalYouthDay today! Young people are leading the charge in their communities, driving innovation and progress towards the #SDGs. Let's invest in our young people's future now, equip them with the tools to succeed. #YouthPower #YouthAction #SDGs