Gambia to host maritime assembly, anniversary

A major regional maritime gathering is about to flood Banjul, turning The Gambia into the nerve center for West and Central Africa’s sea agenda for five straight days.

Assembly and anniversary in Banjul

• The Government of The Gambia will host the 19th General Assembly.
• Banjul sets the stage from 16 to 20 February.
• Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara Conference Centre handles the sessions.
• President Adama Barrow presides over the 50th anniversary event.

Five-day schedule breakdown

• Expert-level talks kick things off on 16 February.
• Ministerial meetings are lined up for 19 February.
• Anniversary festivities land on 20 February.
• Daily sessions start at 9:00 a.m. each day.

Maritime agenda and regional goals

• Maritime Organization of West and Central Africa marks 50 years.
• Organisers spotlight safety, security, governance, and sustainability.
• Officials expect regional partners and member statesto be in attendance.
• Gathering reviews, progress, and maps strategies for maritime growth.

MOWCA role and regional positioning

• MOWCA promotes cooperation among West and Central African states.
• The body functions as a coordination hub for maritime affairs.
• Hosting underscores The Gambia’s strategic regional maritime role.
• The event aims to boost partnerships and economic expansion.