About Us
The Ministry of Youth and Sports (MOYS) is a Key Component of the Government of The Republic of The Gambia that is bestowed with the responsibility to coordinate, facilitate and ensure the development of youth and sports in the country. It provides the Policy direction (Youth and Sports Policies) for the smooth implementation of youth and sports activities and programmes throughout the country. The Gambia’s youth constitute over 70% of the population which necessitates the need for their effective mainstreaming and assuming center of focus to drive socio-economic change and national development. The ultimate goal of the policy is to function as a guide for the MOYS and its partners to ensure that investment in youth takes place across all sectors and in all policies and programmes.
Mission Statement
Vision Statement
Our Leadership
Hon. Bakary Badjie
Minister of Youth and Sports
Mrs. Saffie Sankareh-Farage
Permanent Secretary
Mr. Musa Mbye
Deputy Permanent Secretary
Mr. Lamin Camara
Deputy Permanent Secretary (A&F)
Satellite Institutions
Our office oversees several key agencies that are instrumental in driving national development and ensuring public welfare.
National Sports Council
Regulate national sport associations, coordinate, supervision, develop, promote sports in the Gambia
President's International's Awards Scheme
It encourages young people to develop skills, engage in physical activity, and participate in community service and adventurous projects
Independence's Stadium & Friendship Hotel
to serve as a multi-purpose venue for sports, national celebrations, and major public events, while also providing hospitality services through the Friendship Hostel.
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