The World Bank has approved $52.6 million in financing for The Gambia to improve transport and energy infrastructure access in select areas and strengthen institutional capacity for service delivery. The project will directly benefit over 100,000 people through enhanced road connectivity and expanded electricity access.
The Gambia Infrastructure Project will focus on building climate-resilient infrastructure while supporting the country’s ambitious goals of universal energy access and improved rural connectivity.
Commenting on the development, Franklin Mutahakana, World Bank Group Resident Representative in The Gambia, said, “The Gambia has made progress toward universal electricity access and is positioned to achieve this goal by 2030, building on the M300 initiative. This project leverages that success while also addressing critical infrastructure gaps that leave over 400,000 Gambians without reliable road access. By strengthening both energy sector efficiency and transport connectivity, The Gambia is creating integrated infrastructure solutions that reduce costs for consumers while improving access to markets and essential services for rural communities.”
The project includes innovative approaches such as the development of an active mobility corridor with dedicated bicycle lanes, solar-equipped street lighting, & a credit enhancement mechanism to unlock $60 million in private investment for renewable energy development aimed at reducing the cost of energy production.
