In line with its objective, International Trade Centre in partnership with different stakeholders across sectors in The Gambia, implemented a series of activities throughout 2023. This summary highlights ITC`S projects and activities implemented during the year.

To address the drivers and causes of these migration-related vulnerabilities and to enhance the cross-border trade environment along the Trans Gambia transport corridor, UN systems in The Gambia, with funding from United Nations Migration Multi-Partner Trust Fund, are delivering as one to support communities along the transport corridor with economic opportunities, informing them of their rights,...

The 2022-23 Gambia Labour Force Survey Report (GLFS 2022-23) offers crucial insights into the current state of the workforce. It provides information on key indicators such as employment rate, unemployment rate, women and youth in labour market and labour force participation rate.

The “Jobs, Skills and Finance (JSF) for Women and Youth in The Gambia” Programme success stories booklet features the stories of the beneficiaries. It provides in detail the journeys of the beneficiaries and how the programme made a difference in their lives.

This framework outlines the key elements of an effective and professional coaching programme, while also allowing for customization to the specific needs of each company.

The rapid assessment report serves to shed light on the phenomenon of small-scale cross-border trade in the region and to develop recommendations on facilitating trade and promoting inclusive development for border communities.

The Destination Janjanbureh Brochure provides in-depth information about Janjangbureh’s rich culture, history, tradition, and breathtaking nature.

The Tekki-fii Programme Results Brochure provides an overview of the key achievements registered by the programme.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Tekki-Fii Programme

Widely known as the Smiling Coast of Africa, The Gambia offers a unique experience to visitors from leisure, adventure to culture-based tourism. The Atlantic Ocean meets endless beaches where tourists spend their days swimming, going for long walks, enjoying freshly made juice and adoring the sunset. From young backpackers looking for an adventure off the beaten track, explorers enjoying cultural...

The YEP Narrative Reports give an overview over the progress of the project and highlight key achievements.

The Youth and Trade Roadmaps provide a blueprint that aims to tackle the root causes of irregular migration through increased job opportunities and income prospects for youth.

The “Make it in The Gambia – Tekki Fii” is a 3-year programme that aims to improve economic development and future prospects for The Gambia’s youth, including returning and/or potential migrants by promoting attractive employment and income opportunities, and to support the Government in its attempt to nurture perception shift for the Gambian population moving away from a ‘future through migration...

This manual aims to provide Ninki Nanka Trail responsible tour operators with the key information about what responsible business and operational practices are required to do to ensure that the NNT achieves its’ objectives. It will explain what being a responsible tour operator on the trail looks like in practice. It also provides market information about tourism services, activities and sites alo...

This life-skills curriculum for youth entrepreneurship and employability was developed by the International Trade Centre's Youth & Trade Programme in collaboration with UEFA Foundation for Children, Kick4Life and Streetfootballworld.

These booklets of success stories are inspired by the journey of beneficiaries from the The Tekki Fii grants who have made it in The Gambia with some support to start or improve their businesses.

This booklet presents the success stories of young Gambians who made it at home – or 'Tekki Fii' in Wolof. It is a part of the Tekki Fii campaign that aims to improve economic development and future prospects for The Gambia’s youth, including returning and/or potential migrants by promoting attractive employment and income opportunities, and to support the Government in its attempt to nurture per...

Product packaging plays a more important role in consumer decisions than you might think. Some would argue that the packaging is as important as the product itself because it is a crucial marketing and communication tool for your business. Start thinking about your brand packaging and consider it. Packaging usually carries information about the product, the company taking responsibi...

This report uses ITC’s methodology to capture the characteristics and connections of the institutions active in the entrepreneurship ecosystem in The Gambia. The objective of this report is to provide an accurate description of The Gambia’s entrepreneurship ecosystem of institutions, identify gaps, overlaps and provide recommendations.

Do you want to become an entrepreneur? If you are interested to start your business in The Gambia, you can prepare yourself with this Andandorr Business Guide that will help you to organize your ideas. Starting a business is a long and winded path, but also a very rewarding one. This handbook is here to help you as you move through the stages of starting a business.

Discover the hidden Gambia (CBT Brochure) : The Gambia’s Ninki Nanka Trail is an adventurous excursion where you can experience the legend of the Ninki Nanka dragon while discovering a wide variety of natural and cultural heritage with communities along the River Gambia

WHAT IS PACKAGING There are many definitions of packaging • Packaging is the process of enclosing or protecting products for distribution, storage, sale, and use. • A package must sell what it protects and protect what it sells. • The fundamental role of packaging is to deliver the product to the consumer in prefect condition. • Packaging protects your product; great packaging protects you...

The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) supports the creation of quality jobs at home by addressing skill gaps and identifying market opportunities for youth.

The Youth Services Directory provides information about entities that offer training, entrepreneurship and community services to youth in The Gambia.

The Gambian Tech Startup Directory showcases the profiles of the twenty-four startups supported under the YEP Tech Startup Support programme. The startups relying on technology as a core enabling factor were shortlisted upon a call for application launched early January 2019.