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The fourth day of the industrial tour, led by Hon. Minister Mod K. Ceesay, spotlighted agro-processing, industrial growth, youth development, and investment opportunities across the regions.DAY FOURHighlights: Tropingo Processing FarmSpecializes in drying mangoes, chilies, and other fruits for export to European and US marketsProcesses 1,200 tons annually with strong female participation...Continue Reading

The third day of the ongoing industrial tour, led by Hon. Minister Mod K. Ceesay, continued to spotlight agricultural innovation, job creation, and investment opportunities across the regions.DAY THREEHighlights:Maruo Farms – Pacharr, CRR South“Maruo” meaning “this is ours” reflects strong community inclusionSIC certificate by GIEPA in 2021, enabling access to...Continue Reading

DAY TWO The second day of the industrial tour by GIEPA and the Ministry of Trade, led by Hon. Minister Mod K. Ceesay, continued with impactful site visits showcasing investment opportunities and local innovation. Highlights:GIEPA Properties (IBAS Area)Engagement at strategic GIEPA properties near the Governor’s office focused on planned developments and identifying...Continue Reading

The Board of Directors of the Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency has (GIEPA) together with the Honourable Minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment, Mod K. Ceesay commenced a tour to inspect key industrial lands and visit GIEPA SIC/EPZL businesses to acquaints themselves and discuss challenges. DAY ONE Site Visits...Continue Reading

Last week, a successful Stakeholders’ Preparatory Meeting was held at the office of Her Worship Rohey Malick Lowe, Mayoress of Banjul, in anticipation of the upcoming Wanterr National Initiative.The meeting convened key stakeholders, including the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the Banjul City Council, senior council officials, the Gambia Investment...Continue Reading

The National Assembly Select Committee on Trade and Regional Integration is holding a five-day retreat to review the GIEPA Amendment Bill 2026, aimed at strengthening investment promotion and improving The Gambia’s export framework.The retreat brings together NAMs, officials from the Ministry of Trade, GIEPA, and key stakeholders to assess the...Continue Reading

The Ministry of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services has launched the National Misinformation and Disinformation Response Centre, a public platform designed to verify information and counter false or misleading content.The launch positions The Gambia as the first country in West Africa to establish a national response mechanism of this nature,...Continue Reading