The Gambia Tourism Board partnered with the University of The Gambia's Tourism and Hospitality Unit for a student career event on July 29, 2025. UTG Auditorium in Kanifing hosted the gathering designed to promote tourism industry opportunities among university students. Marketing professionals from GTBoard and academic staff delivered presentations about career pathways within the sector. Students interacted directly with industry representatives to learn about tourism's economic impact on the nation. The event served as a bridge between academic institutions and professional tourism organizations.
Ebrima A.K. Sanyang represented GTBoard's Director General during the keynote address, emphasizing tourism as an economic foundation for The Gambia. He highlighted diverse career possibilities spanning hospitality, digital marketing, eco-tourism, and aviation sectors. Dr. Banna Sawaneh from UTG's School of Business and Public Administration discussed the university's tourism program development. He acknowledged program founders Dr. Lamin Drammeh and the late Dr. Sajaal Taal for their contributions. Students concluded the day by exploring scholarship and internship opportunities with both GTBoard representatives and university faculty members.
Ebrima A.K. Sanyang represented GTBoard's Director General during the keynote address, emphasizing tourism as an economic foundation for The Gambia. He highlighted diverse career possibilities spanning hospitality, digital marketing, eco-tourism, and aviation sectors. Dr. Banna Sawaneh from UTG's School of Business and Public Administration discussed the university's tourism program development. He acknowledged program founders Dr. Lamin Drammeh and the late Dr. Sajaal Taal for their contributions. Students concluded the day by exploring scholarship and internship opportunities with both GTBoard representatives and university faculty members.
