The Republic of The Gambia is seeking the assistance of China to develop energy projects to increase electricity access across the West African nation.
During his recent visit to China, The Gambian President Adama Barrow held discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping on various areas of cooperation, including energy.
According to a report by the African Development Bank, at least 70 per cent of people in The Gambia are projected to have access to electricity by the end of 2024.
“The priority of my government is to make electricity affordable and accessible; expansion of seaport port of Banjul, road networks, mechanisation of agriculture, amongst others,”
The Gambian President explained, noting the need to encourage private sector participation.
The Gambian leader also emphasised the need for modernisation of agriculture and the use of technology to add value to rice production and create jobs for women and youth as well as ensure food security.
President Jinping, on his part, praised the growing relationship between China and The Gambia and thanked The Gambian President for supporting the ‘One China’ policy at the global level.
He gave assurances that China would work with The Gambia in its priority areas to develop agriculture through modernisation, expansion of the infrastructure and build capacity through higher education.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com