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.

An incredibly productive and historic visit to Nanning City is paving the way for a cleaner, safer, and more technologically advanced Banjul! Our delegation has been immersed in fruitful collaborations, exploring tangible solutions for our city: – Waste to Energy: We toured the award-winning Nanning Waste Incineration Plant, a model of zero-waste operations and clean

Earlier today, the Banjul City Council convened a high-level gathering at its Conference Room to mark the official launch of the report titled “Addressing Urban Heat Island (UHI) Challenges in The Gambia,” under the MRV for Climate Action Programme. The event brought together key national stakeholders and development partners in a collective effort to spotlight

Today marked a historic moment for the cities of Banjul and Nanning as Her Worship the Lord Mayoress, Rohey Malick Lowe, met with her counterpart, Mayor Hou Gang, in Nanning, where decades of friendship and cooperation were revisited. The ceremony, which also highlighted the long-standing twinning of the two cities since 1987, showcased the deep

The Banjul City Council earlier today convened an Emergency General Council Sitting at the Council Chamber, New Complex, to deliberate on urgent and progressive matters of city interest. The meeting was chaired by Her Worship the Lord Mayoress, Rohey Malick Lowe, and attended by the Deputy Mayor, Chief Executive Officer, Honourable Councillors, Senior Management, and

The Banjul City Council successfully carried out its third general cleansing exercise, building on the momentum of the previous two and reinforcing our steadfast commitment to a clean, healthy, and dignified city. The exercise took place yesterday, 8th November 2025, and today, 9th November 2025, covering numerous streets across Banjul. A total of 100 youth