Building Resilience: How Climate-Adaptive Infrastructure is Transforming Rural Gambia

Building Resilience: How Climate-Adaptive Infrastructure is Transforming Rural Gambia

Introduction In rural Gambia, where agriculture forms the backbone of the economy, communities face a multitude of challenges that hinder development and exacerbate poverty. The effects of climate change, particularly the increased frequency and intensity of flooding during the rainy season, have made life increasingly difficult for villagers. Floodwaters often inundate farmlands, destroy homes, and…

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Rice Revolution: How Climate-Resilient Rice is Empowering Rural Gambia

Rice Revolution: How Climate-Resilient Rice is Empowering Rural Gambia

Introduction In The Gambia, a small West African nation, agriculture is the lifeblood of rural communities, with the majority of the population relying on farming as their primary source of livelihood. However, the challenges facing Gambian farmers are immense. Limited access to resources, outdated farming practices, and the increasingly unpredictable effects of climate change have…

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Strawberries for Change: How Young Gambian Farmers Revolutionizing Agriculture

Strawberries for Change: How Young Gambian Farmers Revolutionizing Agriculture

Introduction In The Gambia, a nation largely reliant on imported food, the agricultural sector faces significant challenges, including limited crop diversity and reliance on outdated practices. Yet, a new generation of young farmers is emerging as a catalyst for change. These young entrepreneurs are stepping into the spotlight, driven by a passion for innovation and…

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Rural Gambia: How Community Gardens and Climate Adaptation Are Revitalizing Agriculture

Rural Gambia: How Community Gardens and Climate Adaptation Are Revitalizing Agriculture

Introduction In the heart of central Gambia, agriculture plays a crucial role in the livelihoods of rural communities. Here, farmers like Bintou Nije and her neighbors have traditionally relied on small-scale farming to feed their families and earn a modest income. However, life for these smallholder farmers has never been easy. Limited access to water,…

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