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Alhadgie Faal, a 24-year old Gambian, received training on vegetable production through the Jobs, Skills and Finance (JSF) programme for Women and Youth in The Gambia. With his newfound skills, he and his brother started a small business growing high-value vegetables and fruits, including rare strawberries. Their success has led to plans for expansion and hopes to feed the nation.
The Gambia relies heavily on imported food, making local food production a valuable opportunity for entrepreneurs like Alhadgie Faal. Through the JSF programme, he received training and support to start his own business, which has been successful in selling to hotels, restaurants, and individuals. The programme aims to empower women and youth by providing them with vocational training and entrepreneurial skills to improve their economic prospects.
Alhadgie’s success in strawberry production shows the potential for local food production in The Gambia. With plans for expansion, his business could contribute to reducing the country’s reliance on imported food and provide economic opportunities for other young entrepreneurs. The JSF programme’s support for vocational training and entrepreneurship could lead to more success stories like Alhadgie’s in the future.
