Gambian officials started a new project Thursday to help young people work in tourism jobs. The Tourism Ministry held the first meeting for a program backed by European Union money. Leaders want to make travel businesses better, greener, and more open to everyone.
The EU partnered with the International Trade Centre for this plan. They aim to create jobs and business opportunities for youth and women across The Gambia. Tourism leaders see this as part of their strategy to build businesses that can handle climate change.
EU representatives met with government officials from the trade and tourism departments. Codu Jabang from the tourism ministry called the project important for economic growth. She said it matches national goals for both tourism and overall development through 2030.
The program focuses on three main goals: improving tourism businesses' operations, helping local companies connect with global markets, and strengthening small businesses through training and support. Officials will check progress regularly.
EU leader Enrika Pellancani expressed strong support for the plan. She believes tourism can create many jobs across The Gambia. The project targets young people who need work opportunities most.
The EU partnered with the International Trade Centre for this plan. They aim to create jobs and business opportunities for youth and women across The Gambia. Tourism leaders see this as part of their strategy to build businesses that can handle climate change.
EU representatives met with government officials from the trade and tourism departments. Codu Jabang from the tourism ministry called the project important for economic growth. She said it matches national goals for both tourism and overall development through 2030.
The program focuses on three main goals: improving tourism businesses' operations, helping local companies connect with global markets, and strengthening small businesses through training and support. Officials will check progress regularly.
EU leader Enrika Pellancani expressed strong support for the plan. She believes tourism can create many jobs across The Gambia. The project targets young people who need work opportunities most.
