National transformation, by domain.
The Barrow administration's work spans infrastructure, reform, diplomacy and human development. Each entry below is a chapter in the rebuilding of the republic.
The Senegambia Bridge
Connecting the two halves of The Gambia and linking the nation to its neighbour, the bridge opened in 2019 and earned the Africa Road Builders 'Great Builder' recognition.
Return to the Commonwealth
On 8 February 2018, The Gambia formally rejoined the Commonwealth of Nations, restoring an important diplomatic and developmental partnership.
Truth, Reconciliation, Reparations
Establishment of the TRRC to examine human-rights violations of the previous era and lay the foundation for national healing.
Press freedom and prisoner release
Release of 171 political prisoners and reaffirmation of press freedom in the early months of the presidency.
Strengthening primary care
Investment in regional hospitals, primary health-care networks and Gambia's response to global health challenges.
Schools and scholarships
Expansion of school infrastructure, teacher training, and university scholarship programmes.
Power for development
Modernisation of generation capacity and grid extension to underserved communities across the country.
Connecting the nation
Ambitious road and bridge programme linking rural communities to markets, schools and clinics.
Food security
Support for smallholder farmers, irrigation and value-chain development in rice, groundnut and horticulture.
A generation forward
Skills, entrepreneurship and digital training initiatives for the country's young people.
The Smiling Coast
Investment in The Gambia's tourism economy — heritage sites, coastline and cultural exchange.
Digital transformation
Expansion of broadband access and the foundations of a national digital governance agenda.