The Hon. Minister Bakary Y. Badjie on Wednesday welcomed the new Mandela Washington Fellows before their departure to the United States. These young Gambian leaders embody leadership and are ready to drive positive change They will engage in one of three tracks: public management, civic leadership, or business leadership.This prestigious six-week program, held annually in the United States, provides young African leaders with opportunities for development, networking, and making an impact. We wish them the best in their endeavors.