March 26, 2026

Earlier today, the Deputy Mayor of Banjul, Hon. Abdou Aziz Dabakh Gaye, representing Her Worship the Lord Mayor, Rohey Malick Lowe, together with the Chief Executive Officer of Banjul City Council, Mr. Modou Jonga, convened a high-level stakeholders’ and task force meeting to further address the recent fire incident at Royal Albert Market. The engagement […]

The Banjul City Council is responding to a fire outbreak that occurred few hours ago at the Albert Market causing significant damages. My Deputy Mayor Abdul Aziz Gaye was on site providing moral support and other essential needs. This devastating fire incident occurred around 11pm at the Sandika area near the beach end, mostly occupied

Earlier today, the Lord Mayor of Banjul, together with the Deputy Mayor of Banjul, held a press conference to brief the public on the progress of the Urban Youth-Led Cleaning System Project. During the briefing, they highlighted how far the project has come, emphasizing transparency in the financial and procurement processes, which have now been

Work continued today as the Urban Youth-Led Cleaning Movement further expanded coverage within the inner city, while at the same time sustaining the gains already achieved along the main highways and major streets. Teams were strategically deployed deeper into residential and inner-city areas, ensuring that cleanliness is felt not only on the main roads but

It is with a heart full of gratitude and a renewed sense of purpose that I reflect on the profound success of our side event, “SHE MOVES THE FUTURE OF AFRICA: Leading Inclusive Mobility Solutions from the Ground Up in African Cities,” held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The energy in the Assembly Room was a

Today marked the first official morning of operations under the Urban Youth-Led Cleaning System Project. As early as sunrise, our newly engaged youth reported across their designated zones with purpose, discipline, and a clear sense of duty, sweeping streets, clearing public spaces, collecting waste, supporting tricycle operations, and injecting fresh energy into Banjul’s sanitation efforts.

Following the successful launch of the Urban Youth-Led Cleaning System Project, the selected youth workers began signing their contracts today ahead of tomorrow’s official commencement. With focus and commitment, these young men and women are stepping into roles that will contribute directly to a cleaner, safer, and more dignified Banjul. This project is more than

Today, Her Worship the Lord Mayor, Hon. Rohey Malick Lowe, officially launched the Urban Youth-Led Cleaning System Project, delivered in partnership with REFELA and other committed partners who share our vision for a cleaner, safer, and more resilient capital. This ceremony marks a significant stride under the Banjul Safe City Project, a long-term effort to

Today, I had the honor to launched the Urban Youth-led Cleaning System Project in collaboration with Refela and other partners. The initiative is part of the Banjul Safe City Project aimed to improve hygienic conditions in Banjul, provide employment opportunities for our vibrant youths and boost the city’s economic development. We have so far employed

My recently concluded official visit to Nanning, China, has proven to be both highly productive and profoundly insightful, marking a significant milestone in international cooperation for the city of Banjul. The visit commenced with a strategic engagement at the Guangxi MESDA Group, a global leader in heavy-duty industrial machinery and a benefactor to our city.