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The Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports shared the following message on his official Facebook page after attending and sponsoring the final of the 2025 Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie Naweetan League in Kukujang Keitaya: “A usual weekend- this time in Kukujang Keitaya where I took the kickoff and presented the medals, trophy and cash prizes to the winner, runner-up and 3rd place team of the 2025 Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie League final of the area’s Naweetan. A thrilling encounter between Real de Daru and Young Stars F.C, which was watched by football enthusiasts from the area and district leaders including Seyfoo Ousman Gaye ended 3 – 0 in favor of the former. As a sponsor of this year’s naweetan league, I was honored with a certificate of appreciation by the sport committee.”

A huge congratulations to The Gambia Volleyball Federation – GVBF, the Coach and players of the National U17 team for winning the Zone II Championship in Senegal. A thrilling encounter at the Lat Dior Stadium in Thiès that ended 3 – 1 makes The Gambia the Zone’s champions, adding to the earlier African champion title on beach volleyball in Nigeria.

The Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports, Bakary Y. Badjie, presided over the opening of the 2025 President’s International Award, The Gambia, currently underway in Kaur, Central River Region. The six-day camp brings together over 250 young participants from schools, clubs, and award centres nationwide to engage in leadership and life-skills training, community service, wellness and fitness activities, and cultural exchange.

This morning, I delivered the opening statement at the Orientation of the 2nd Cohort of the National Youth Service Graduate Programme (NaYSGraP), hosted by the Ministry of Youth and Sports through the NYSS – The Gambia. This initiative is very close to my heart, as it is designed to create meaningful employment opportunities for recent graduates from various universities in the country. With the support of our valued partners, UNDP and UTG, we are helping to build a pathway for young Gambians to gain professional experience, contribute to national development, and prepare for leadership in the future. Our young people are our greatest resource, and programs like this reaffirm our commitment to investing in their potential. I congratulate the new cohort and wish them every success in their service.

One Hundred (100) young university graduates gathered Wednesday morning at the The President’s International Award,the Gambia in Bakau to mark the launch of the 2nd batch of the National Youth Service Graduate Program under the NYSS – The Gambia. The flagship initiative, funded by the Government of the Gambia through Ministry of Youth & Sports in collaboration with UNDP, provides young Gambians with a one-year paid internship designed to bridge the gap between graduation and employment. The program kicks off with an intensive two-week training camp where participants will sharpen their knowledge, skills, and workplace competencies including soft skills, ethics, technical expertise, and personal development. Modules on nationalism, volunteerism, and patriotism are woven into the curriculum, reinforcing the program’s focus on preparing graduates not just for jobs, but for responsible citizenship. In his keynote address, Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr. Bakary Y. Badjie , highlighted the significance of the program. “Since last year, we began with hundreds of participants, and this year we are expanding to thousands,” Mr. Badjie said. “Despite funding challenges, our commitment remains unwavering. To the young people gathered here, know that you are part of something truly special. Out of more than 300 applicant that applied, only 100 of you were selected. This is a rare opportunity make the most of it.” Minister Badjie emphasized that the program goes beyond policy—it is a practical pathway for young graduates to gain meaningful work experience, develop professional skills, and explore both employment and self-employment opportunities. Samba Jallow of UNDP The Gambia also lauded the initiative, noting that the program aligns with broader international development goals and has the President’s full endorsement. “The President’s call for youth participation underscores that this program is fully in the interest of the Gambian people,” he said. Dr. Lamin B. Ceesay, Director of Student Affairs and Alumni Advancement at the University of The Gambia, reinforced the transformative potential of the program. “Youth unemployment is one of the greatest challenges facing our country,” Dr. Ceesay noted. “This initiative bridges academic learning with the world of work, equipping our graduates with the practical skills, values, and civic responsibility needed to serve our nation.” Mustapha Badjie , the newly appointed Executive Director of National Youth Serviec scheme NYSS gave the Overview of the program and commend the technical working group for proactivenesss.

Vacancy Announcement for Department of Youth and Sports under Ministry of Youth & Sports Public Service Commission of The Gambia invites applications for the following positions under the Department of Youths and Sports: Senior Youth Coordinator – Grade 9 Sports Coordinator – Grade 8 Youth Assistant – Grade 5 Sports Assistant – Grade 5 Please follow the link below to apply https://pscgov.gm/vacancies-1/ Location: The Quadrangle, Banjul, The Gambia Contact: +220 4227324 / 9965254 Email: info@pscgov.gm