The donation, made over the weekend, was aimed at providing safe drinking water and a more comfortable and conducive learning environment for school children. The project was fully funded by ChildFund The Gambia, a long-standing partner in community development.
At the presentation ceremony, Omar Sanneh, Board Chairperson of Ding-Ding Yiriwa Federation, applauded ChildFund for supporting the initiative. He spoke of the Federation’s unwavering commitment to child development and protection.
“This project will go a long way in creating an easy and conducive learning environment for our children,” Sanneh stated. “As a child- and youth-focused development agency, we will continue to live up to our mandate to promote the wellbeing of young people.”
Bubacarr Jammeh, Sponsorship Specialist at ChildFund The Gambia, speaking on behalf of the Country Director, underscored the importance of community ownership in sustaining development projects.
He noted that many international donor partners are currently facing financial constraints, making local involvement more crucial than ever.
“I urge the school and the entire Wulinkama community to take ownership of this project and ensure its sustainability,” Jammeh said. “Ultimately, what we want is to see the real impact of this initiative on the lives of our children.”
Alieu Mendy, Manager of Ding-Ding Yiriwa Federation, expressed gratitude to their donor partners for their continued collaboration, pointing out that the Federation’s evolution into a fully registered non-profit organisation dedicated to uplifting children and youth in local communities.
“The teaching and learning materials will not only improve the morale of the students but also that of the teaching staff,” Mendy said. “Access to water is fundamental to health and education, and that’s why we made it a priority for this school.”
Fatou Barrow, Headmistress of Wulinkama Nursery School, expressed heartfelt appreciation on behalf of the school staff and students. “This gesture will greatly support our work as teachers and create a safer, more comfortable space for our children,” she said. “We are truly grateful.”
The ceremony concluded with a renewed call to all stakeholders for collective responsibility in maintaining the facilities and ensuring that the project achieves long-term impact.
