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𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐔𝐋, 𝟏8th 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Hon. Sering Modou Njie, on Tuesday 15th September 2026, received Mr Hassan Alaoui Mostefi, the newly appointed Chargé d’Affaires of the Kingdom of Morocco to The Gambia, who presented copies of his Letters of Credence. In welcoming the Chargé d’Affaires, the Honourable Minister thanked the Kingdom of Morocco for its longstanding friendship, invaluable contribution, and remarkable support to The Gambia’s national development efforts, and assured him of the Ministry’s fullest support under its open-door policy. He also extended his gratitude and appreciation to his counterpart, His Excellency Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco. In response, Mr Alaoui Mostefi thanked the Honourable Minister and pledged to further strengthen the already cordial and longstanding relations between The Gambia and Morocco. The Gambia and Morocco continue to enjoy strong bilateral ties anchored in mutual respect, shared values, and cooperation across diplomacy, trade, defence, education, and religious affairs.  

𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐔𝐋, 31st 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 2926: The Gambia is participating in the 26th Extraordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union, being held today, 29 August 2026, in Luanda, Angola, ahead of the 21st Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union under the theme Strengthening Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa, scheduled for tomorrow, 30 August 2026. The Honourable Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, is leading The Gambia’s participation at today’s Executive Council session, while H.E. Mohamed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, will lead the Gambian delegation at tomorrow’s Assembly. The Executive Council is considering key working documents for the Extraordinary Summit, including the Draft Decision on Strengthening Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa and the Luanda Action Plan. In his intervention, the Honourable Minister welcomed the Draft Decision and Luanda Action Plan, emphasising the urgent need for sustainable, predictable and flexible financing for the AU’s peace and security efforts. He underscored the importance of moving from reaction to prevention and from early warning to early action, including through the operationalisation of the AU Trigger Model for Early Warning and Early Response. The Minister further highlighted the importance of strengthening the Peace and Security Council, enhancing AU Regional Economic Communities/Regional Mechanisms (REC/RM) cooperation, and advancing democratic governance, constitutional order, counter-terrorism, peacebuilding and the meaningful participation of women and youth. He also reaffirmed The Gambia’s support for strengthening the AU Peace Fund and stressed that continental decisions must be translated into action through clear responsibilities, timelines, monitoring and accountability. As Africa prepares for the Assembly tomorrow, The Gambia remains committed to African-led solutions, stronger conflict-prevention mechanisms and collective action towards sustainable peace and security on the continent. The Minister is accompanied by Ms. Fatou Kinneh Jobe, Permanent Secretary II at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Musa Mbye, Permanent Secretary at the Office of the Vice President; Mr. Alfusainey Bah, Deputy Head of Mission at The Gambia Embassy in Ethiopia; and Mrs. Tunko Jallow, First Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 📸Office of the Vice President – The Gambia  

𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐔𝐋, 31st 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 2026: Hon. Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, on August 21st, 2026, received Dr. Simeon Konan Koffi, Director of ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority, who was overseeing the ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia, on a farewell visit to the Ministry. During the visit, Minister Njie welcomed Dr. Koffi and his delegation, expressing gratitude for his leadership and service throughout his tenure. He highlighted the vital role ECOWAS played during The Gambia’s 2016 political impasse, noting its continued contribution to peace and security in the region. Minister Njie further thanked Dr. Koffi for his dedication while overseeing the ECOWAS Mission. Hon Njie also seized the opportunity to express the Government’s gratitude to the President of the ECOWAS Commission His Excellency Dr. Omar A. Touray and Ambassador Miatta Lily French (Outgone ECOWAS Representative) for their invaluable contributions to the development, peace and stability of The Gambia. In his remarks, Dr. Koffi extended appreciation to the Government of The Gambia for the support provided to the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority and the ECOWAS Commission.. He assured the Minister that ECOWAS will remain a steadfast partner, particularly during upcoming electoral period to help preserve the peace and democratic order for which The Gambia is widely recognized. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad conveys best wishes to Dr. Koffi in his future endeavors and assures its commitment to strengthening collaboration with ECOWAS in advancing regional peace, security, and integration.  

𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐔𝐋, 𝟐4th, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad and the Pan-African Institute for Development, West Africa (PAID-WA) on August 20th 2026 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation in education, capacity building, professional training, research, and development-oriented initiatives in The Gambia. 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 “Africa is for Africans to develop.” 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 Ministry’s 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.