{"id":92478,"date":"2025-12-22T16:20:54","date_gmt":"2025-12-22T16:20:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/darboe-promises-economic-support-and-housing-reforms"},"modified":"2025-12-22T17:04:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T17:04:05","slug":"darboe-promises-economic-support-and-housing-reforms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/darboe-promises-economic-support-and-housing-reforms","title":{"rendered":"Darboe Promises Economic Support and Housing Reforms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>Ousainu Darboe, leader of the United Democratic Party, promised sweeping development initiatives for the Kanifing Municipality should his party win the 2026 presidential election, telling supporters Friday that a UDP-led government would strengthen local governance, expand housing options, and invest in youth employment.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Addressing a large gathering during a nationwide tour stop at the Buffer Zone, Mr. Darboe said a UDP administration would prioritize indigenous businesses by establishing a dedicated fund to support small-scale entrepreneurs. He pledged closer cooperation between the central government and local authorities, describing municipal councils as \u201cpartners for the advancement of the country.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Under a UDP government, he said, local authorities would retain full autonomy over their mandates. \u201cThe central government will not take their work from them,\u201d Mr. Darboe told the crowd.<\/p>\n<p>The UDP leader also pointed to housing pressures in Kanifing, the country\u2019s most densely populated municipality, noting that limited space and rising demand have contributed to escalating rents. He said the party would introduce a \u201cserious rent control act\u201d to ensure rental prices remain fair and \u201ccommensurate with living standards.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>While acknowledging the scarcity of available land in the municipality, he said areas suitable for reclamation could support new housing schemes.<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Darboe further vowed to collaborate with local councils to build skills-training centers aimed at expanding economic opportunities for young people. \u201cThe only government ready to serve the people of this community is the UDP,\u201d he declared.<\/p>\n<p>He urged supporters to consider the record of UDP elected officials, asserting that those who left the party continued to pursue priorities rooted in the UDP\u2019s five-point agenda. \u201cOur agenda is the bedrock of their policies,\u201d he said. \u201cYou will know UDP is the only one to rule the country in a way that citizens will benefit.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Reflecting on the party\u2019s recent tour, he said the UDP was \u201cgrowing and advancing,\u201d and thanked Gambians for what he described as their continued trust. \u201cThe burden of hope and trust you have in me, I am prepared to carry,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Darboe also referenced the party\u2019s internal leadership contest on September 10, when he was reaffirmed as UDP\u2019s flag bearer, saying members selected him because they believe he remains the most viable candidate. \u201cYou elected me because you know I am the most resilient politician in this country,\u201d he said, adding that he is not seeking office for personal gain.<\/p>\n<p>He concluded by promising not to disappoint Gambians who place their confidence in him.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Gambia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. Ousainu Darboe, leader of the United Democratic Party, promised sweeping development initiatives for the Kanifing Municipality should his party win the 2026 presidential election, telling supporters Friday that a UDP-led government would strengthen local governance, expand housing options, and invest in youth employment. 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