AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoHealth Funding: A preliminary US State Department budget proposes cutting The Gambia’s country-level global health allocation to zero, though the plan does not mean funding has already been withdrawn. Water Services: NAWEC and Dutch utility VEI have launched a two-year partnership, backed by the EU, to reduce water losses, improve efficiency and strengthen operations. Waste Management: Partners in the Greater Banjul waste concession say cleared rubbish heaps, communal bins and uniformed crews should appear within 100 days; the first phase covers Banjul, Kanifing and Brikama. Business Investment: The GCCI is urging government and businesses to work together to attract investment, with reliable power, better roads, port services and predictable taxes among its priorities. Jobs and Finance: The Gambia has validated a $60 million employment programme, while the IFC and Salam Financial Services plan to expand financing for MSMEs and women entrepreneurs. Roads: A new 14-kilometre road linking Demba Kunda, Numuyel, Manneh Kunda and Basse is expected to improve access to markets and services.
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