The MoU was signed on behalf of the Ministry by Ambassador Lang Yabou, Permanent Secretary, and on behalf of PAID-WA by Dr. Gladys Njoukiang Asaah, Regional Director.
PAID-WA is a Pan-African training and research institution specializing in human capacity development, professional skills training, applied research, and development-oriented education aimed at promoting sustainable development, good governance, and socio-economic transformation in Africa.
The MoU outlines collaboration in human capacity development, training and skills development, research and policy support, student and staff exchange, publicity and outreach, and the organization of conferences and workshops.
In his remarks, Ambassador Yabou thanked Dr. Asaah on behalf of the Ministry and welcomed the initiative, stressing that โAfrica is for Africans to develop.โ He emphasized that the agreement reflects a shared vision of partnership, where institutions work hand in hand to strengthen education, expand professional opportunities, and advance socio-economic transformation. He assured PAID-WA of the Ministryโs commitment to ensuring the collaboration becomes a practical platform for innovation and sustainable development.
Dr. Asaah expressed her gratitude and noted that she hopes the collaboration will serve as a springboard to deepen institutional ties, expand opportunities for training and research, and contribute meaningfully to the transformation agenda in The Gambia.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad anticipates the fruitful outcomes that this partnership will achieve for both Gambians and the Pan African Institute for Development, West Africa.
