President Adama Barrow opens USET’s College of Science and Engineering in Brikama, enhancing STEM education, innovation, and economic growth in The Gambia through advanced resources and global partnerships.
President Adama Barrow opened the College of Science and Engineering at USET in Brikama.
This is an important step for education in The Gambia. He noted that the late Vice President Badara Alieu Joof had attended the foundation ceremony.
The new campus will provide advanced resources to support innovation and skills development through international cooperation.
This project helps the government improve STEM education, offer specialized services locally, and boost economic growth.
PRESS RELEASE BANJUL, The Gambia, November 6, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA, Germany, in partnership with African and Asian First Ladies, released a new children’s storybook and its animation film adaptation titled “Ray of Hope” to raise awareness about cancer, with a special focus on early detection, prevention and access to quality cancer care specially
Dr. Ismaila Ceesay welcomed OIC Secretary-General Manssour Bin Mussallam to The Gambia to discuss AI in education, south-to-south cooperation, and advancements in TVET and basic education, aiming to foster innovative educational systems for the Global South.
