President Barrow announced education reforms to match school training with job needs. He spoke at the University of The Gambia graduation about plans to create workers who start businesses rather than look for jobs. The national development plan, YIRIWA, focuses on building skills that help the Gambia grow independently. His government wants young people to be ready for modern economic demands.
Barrow pointed to new facilities like the Mansakonko Skills Centre. He also mentioned the Centre of Excellence for Agri-business in Pacharr that teaches technical skills. Engineers will soon train at a modern campus in Brikama through the University of Science, Engineering, and Technology. Gambia College has become the University of Education. The Management Development Institute changed into the Civil Service University.
Religious schools will join regular higher education with a focus on science fields. These changes aim to keep all young Gambians involved in the economy where innovation matters most. Barrow asked graduates to think about starting businesses as the country moves forward. He believes these steps will help make Gambia more self-sufficient through better education.
Barrow pointed to new facilities like the Mansakonko Skills Centre. He also mentioned the Centre of Excellence for Agri-business in Pacharr that teaches technical skills. Engineers will soon train at a modern campus in Brikama through the University of Science, Engineering, and Technology. Gambia College has become the University of Education. The Management Development Institute changed into the Civil Service University.
Religious schools will join regular higher education with a focus on science fields. These changes aim to keep all young Gambians involved in the economy where innovation matters most. Barrow asked graduates to think about starting businesses as the country moves forward. He believes these steps will help make Gambia more self-sufficient through better education.
