President Adama Barrow has officially launched The Gambia Madrassah Integration Strategy (GMIS), a landmark initiative aimed at bridging the gap between Islamic and conventional education systems. Unveiled at a high-level ceremony in Bijilo, the strategy promises to provide equal learning opportunities for students in Madrassahs, equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in today’s evolving economy. More in the report.

The University of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (USET) is set to open its doors in June 2025, marking a major milestone in The Gambia’s commitment to skills-based higher education. Designed to equip young Gambians with practical, job-ready skills, USET is expected to play a pivotal role in national development, youth empowerment, and technical self-sufficiency. More in the article.

The Gambia has taken a major leap toward the future of education. On 24th April 2025, the Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoHERST) unveiled the TITA mobile application—a cutting-edge digital platform designed to streamline academic management and bring smart learning solutions to the fingertips of students and lecturers across the country. More in the article.

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.

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.

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.