The Abridged Version Of The Gambia Recovery Focused National Development Plan (2023-2027) “Yiriwaa” And Financing Strategy
The Gambia’s Recovery-Focused National Development Plan (RF-NDP) covers the period 2023-2027 and aims to recover from COVID-19, the Ukraine war, climate change and other challenges. It builds on the previous National Development Plan. The RF-NDP was created through consultations with various stakeholders and considers the difficult global economic situation, which is impacting developing countries like The Gambia. The plan acknowledges risks of setbacks in poverty reduction, healthcare, education and environmental protection.
Rising insecurity a setback for The Gambia’s transition
The Gambia’s young democracy faces challenges. Crime and community conflicts are rising, threatening the gains made since dictatorship ended. Though freedoms increased, weak law enforcement and poverty fuel crime. The president must address security and the economy to solidify democracy.