The
third edition of WANMA Group Tech camp organized in partnership with Integrated
Service Solutions and funded by Africa’s Talking on Sunday came to an end at
Don Mcmath Foundation in Kotu.
The
2018 Teach Camp brought together 50 participants with the theme: Leading the
way through IT innovation.
Lamin
Jawneh, WANMA Group chief executive officer described the week-long camp as
interesting, saying this year’s camp was better than the previous ones.
He
reminded participants about the importance of IT, saying information technology
is the future.
He
indicated that that the only way to take in this day and age; not just The
Gambia but Africa to another level is through innovation. “The silicon valleys
are all about innovation and this is why countries like Rwanda, Kenya and
Senegal are leading in the sub-region.”
Mr.
Jawneh pointed out that if The Gambia wants to change its landscape and boost
its economy, IT and innovation are the way forward.
He
thanked Africa’s Talking, Unique Solutions, BJ Investment and WANMA Group for
contributing to the success of the camp.
Mam
Binta Njie, chief executive officer of Integrated Service Solutions said in
today’s generation, one need to be technology to move forward.
Fatou
Ceesay, Asu Tech Operational Manager said they need more girls in ICT sector
because women need to bring more innovation into the country.
“To earn respect in whatever you do, you have
to perfect yourself,” she told campers.
She
also encouraged them to continue innovating, saying women are doing well in
contributing to national development.