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The Gambia Boosts Education and Medicine with $46M Investment in UTG

In a bold move to enhance healthcare education and promote academic tourism, the Government of The Gambia has announced a $46 million investment to establish a School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences at the University of The Gambia’s Faraba Banta campus. More in the report.

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President Barrow Presides Over D396 Million Award Ceremony to TVET Institutions

President Adama Barrow has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening technical and vocational education in The Gambia, presiding over the award ceremony for the Skills, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (SIE) Fund Training Grants. More in the publication.

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President Barrow Convinces Striking Labourers to Resume Work After Meeting Chairman

President Adama Barrow met the Chairman of striking labourers at the Faraba Campus during a coincidental routine inspection of works yesterday, 15th January 2025. More in this exclusive story.

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Gov’t Calls for Dialogue on UTG Impasse as Student’s Union Set to Advocate for Postponement

After yesterday’s press briefing by the Ministry of Higher Education calling for dialogue over the impasse facing the University of the Gambia, a communique from the UTG’s Student’s Union received by this medium indicates that the latter will advocate for a postponement of exams until 6th January 2025. More in the report.

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