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Tangara, Elon Musk hold talks on advancing Gambian economy

Jul 24, 2024, 11:41 AM

His Excellency Dr. Mamadou Tangara, Honourable Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad on Monday July 22nd, 2024 held a virtual meeting with Mr. Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and Tesla.

The discussions centered on bridging the digital divide of The Gambia by using new innovations in technology to boost government revenue collection, provide internet connectivity to the remotest settlements of the country using satellite.

Dr. Tangara thanked Elon Musk for the meeting and expressed optimism that the engagement was the beginning of a partnership and close collaboration between the people of The Gambia and SpaceX.