This Friday, the Honourable Minister of Youth & Sports Bakary Y. Badjie , together with the Permanent Secretary Mr. Bulli Dibba and heads of satellite institutions under the Ministry, will once again take centre stage at the return of Mansa K***a Townhall meeting – Season Two.
Organised by the Government of The Gambia through the Ministry of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services - The Gambia , the platform provides citizens with a unique opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and technocrats, ask questions, and receive firsthand responses on issues that matter to them.
Join the conversation on Friday, 5th June 2026, at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre, as discussions focus on youth empowerment, sports development, key achievements, ongoing initiatives, and the future direction of the sector in The Gambia.
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01/06/2026
MoYS Honoured for Advancing Sports Development
The Ministry of Youth & Sports was on Saturday honoured by the Gunjur Sports Committee (GSC) in recognition of its outstanding contribution and unwavering commitment to the growth and development of youth and sports in Gunjur.
Representing the Ministry at the event were the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Bulli Dibba , and the Executive Director of the National Youth Council - The Gambia, Mr. Alagie Jarju , who received the award on behalf of the Ministry.
Held under the theme “A New Era of Sports Development,” the event brought together sports stakeholders, community leaders and youth advocates to celebrate achievements and strengthen efforts aimed at transforming sports development at the grassroots level.
The award serves as a testament to the Ministry's continuous investment in youth empowerment, talent development and the promotion of sports as a vehicle for social inclusion. It also reflects the strong partnership between the Ministry and communities working tirelessly to create opportunities for young people through sports.
The Ministry expresses its sincere appreciation to the Gunjur Sports Committee for the recognition and reaffirms its commitment to supporting initiatives that advance youth and sports development across The Gambia.
28/05/2026
PRESS RELEASE
Banjul, 28th May 2026: Ministry of Youth & Sports wishes to clarify recent public statements regarding the proposed return of the Senior Men’s National Team, the Scorpions, to the Independence Stadium for international matches in June 2026.
The Ministry wishes to state that the Independence Stadium rehabilitation and remodeling project is still ongoing and has not yet reached the stage for final inspection and approval for international matches by CAF.
While significant progress has been registered on the project, particularly the football pitch and the main stadium infrastructure, additional works remain outstanding, including critical technical requirements relating to the new athletics track installation and associated finishing works. As such, no official confirmation or authorization was issued by the Ministry for any international match to be scheduled at the stadium in June 2026.
The Ministry therefore finds it necessary to clarify that any earlier announcement by the Gambia Football Federation suggesting that the stadium would host international matches in June was made prematurely and without formal clearance from the competent authorities responsible for the facility
The Government of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Transport Works and Infrastructure, Gambia-MOTWI and other partners, remains fully committed to the completion of the Independence Stadium project and to ensuring that the facility meets all required international standards before it is reopened for competitive matches and other sporting disciplines.
The Ministry understands the disappointment of Gambian football fans who are eager to see the Scorpions return to playing on home soil and assures the public that every effort is being made to expedite the remaining works in close collaboration with the contractor, consultants, and relevant stakeholders.
The Ministry further wishes the Scorpions success in their upcoming international friendly match against the Islamic Republic of Iran and reiterates its continued support to Gambian football and youth development.
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27/05/2026
The Ministry of Youth & Sports wishes you all a Happy Eid al-Adha Mubarak. May this blessed occasion bring peace, unity, and prosperity to all.
26/05/2026
Following earlier engagements with the Office of the Vice President - The Gambia from the Ministry of Youth & Sports and Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, The Gambia alongside Tibu Africa, today met with His Excellency President Adama Barrow at the State House of The Gambia to present the objectives of Tibu Africa’s visit to The Gambia. 🇬🇲🤝🇲🇦
The meeting highlighted the new partnership framework and the “Second Chance School Focused on Sports Professions” programme, designed to create opportunities for young people through education, sports, vocational skills and social empowerment.
Below are highlights from the courtesy visit at the Presidency.
A joint delegation from the Ministry of Youth & Sports , Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, The Gambia and Tibu africa beni mellal khenifra today paid courtesy calls on the Vice President and the Presidency to brief officials on the mission of Tibu Africa and the importance of the new partnership framework for The Gambia. 🇬🇲🤝🇲🇦
The “Second Chance School Focused on Sports Professions” initiative aims to empower young people through education, sports, skills training and social inclusion, creating new opportunities for growth and employment.
Below is the excerpt from Office of the Vice President - The Gambia engagement
The Founder and President of Tibu Africa, His Excellency Mohamed Amine Zariat, highlighted the organization’s mission to harness the power of sport for education.
Hon. Minister of Youth & Sports , Bakary Y. Badjie, says sport remains a powerful tool for reaching and transforming the lives of young people through education, social inclusion, and support within the juvenile justice sector.
Speaking during the dinner reception held in honour of Tibu Africa President, H.E. Mohamed Amine Zariat, in Kololi, the Minister described the partnership as a major step in empowering Gambian youth.
The Gambia proudly becomes the first English-speaking country to benefit from Tibu Africa’s Generation Sportive Programme. 🇬🇲🤝🇲🇦
Hon. Minister of Youth & Sports , alongside the Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, The Gambia , officially launched the Generation Sportive Programme at Latrikunda Sabiji Lower Basic School in partnership with representatives of from the Kingdom of Morocco.
The initiative aims to promote sports, health, and life skills development among young people through school-based activities and stronger international cooperation.
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