On January 18, 2024, the National Environment Agency of Gambia, along with partners, conducted a training session for National Assembly members on the implementation of GEAP III and environmental management, including the Coastal Zone Bill 2023. The training aimed to enhance the understanding of environmental issues and the role of the NEA. Essa Conteh, deputy chairperson of the Environment Select Committee, expressed the National Assembly's support for environmental protection. NEA director Dr. Dawda Badjie emphasized the urgency of addressing environmental threats and the importance of legislative support for effective implementation of environmental laws. Heiko Seilert and Abubacarr Kujabi from GCCA+ discussed the Integrated Coastal Zone Management bill and its significance for the country's climate resilience.

Saloum Malang, the Managing Director of the Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation (SSHFC), presented a detailed overview of The Gambia's social security landscape at the International Social Protection Conference. He discussed the key players, schemes, administering organizations, coverage, pensionable age, and benefit payments. Malang highlighted SSHFC's membership numbers, communication efforts, and the development of the Social Security Management Information System (SSMIS) to digitize operations. The presentation was well-received by delegates and emphasized SSHFC's dedication to innovation and responsive engagement in social protection.

A forum on mangrove co-management for women shell-fishers and food security projects was held in Bijilo, involving 'Try Oyster' association, University of Cape Coast, Development Action Association, World Agroforestry, and University of Rhode Island. The forum discussed findings from a two-year study on mangrove restoration, highlighting the unique situation in Gambia compared to Ghana, with concerns over mangrove degradation due to urban pressure and harvesting for firewood. The forum aimed to involve stakeholders in mangrove restoration, raise awareness, and share evidence collected. The Fish4ACP Project Coordinator from FAO detailed the FISH4ACP initiative's efforts to ensure the sustainability of fisheries and aquaculture value chains, with a ten-year vision developed for the oyster value chain.

QCell, a telecommunication company under the Q Group, has signed a contract worth over five million dalasi with GRTS for the live broadcast of AFCON matches. The CEO of QCell, Muhammed Jah, highlighted the deal's role in promoting national unity and supporting local businesses. Additionally, the Q-Group Foundation awarded ten university scholarships, with plans to double this next year. The Minister of Information, Lamin Queen Jammeh, and the Director of GRTS, Abdoulie Sey, both praised the partnership. The Q-Group Foundation has a history of supporting sustainable development initiatives since 2016 and has an MOU with the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education to advance education.