{"id":92556,"date":"2025-12-23T16:37:23","date_gmt":"2025-12-23T16:37:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/president-barrow-lays-foundation-stone-for-road-project"},"modified":"2025-12-24T04:54:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T04:54:18","slug":"president-barrow-lays-foundation-stone-for-road-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/president-barrow-lays-foundation-stone-for-road-project","title":{"rendered":"President Barrow Lays Foundation Stone for Road Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>President Adama Barrow on Saturday presided over the foundation stone\u2013laying ceremony for a 42-kilometre road project in Kassa Kunda, Brikama North, marking another milestone in his administration\u2019s ongoing infrastructure expansion. The event, held on December 20, 2025, signals the start of a project expected to enhance connectivity, stimulate economic activity, and create new opportunities for residents\u2014particularly women and young people.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the ceremony, President Barrow described the initiative as more than just another development undertaking.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis marks not just the beginning of another phase of road construction works, but also the potential creation of new pathways to greater opportunities, stronger connections, and a brighter future for our people,\u201d President Barrow said.<\/p>\n<p>he said, reaffirming his government\u2019s commitment to ensuring nationwide infrastructure improvements.<\/p>\n<p>He noted that the West Coast Region, already a vibrant economic hub, stands to further expand and prosper with the new road network. \u201cThe West Coast Region has long been a hub of activity, and it has great potential to evolve into a much bigger entity. With these improved roads, the region will expand even further to flourish beyond expectations,\u201d President Barrow stated.<\/p>\n<p>The President appealed for public cooperation and patience during the construction phase, acknowledging the temporary inconveniences the project may cause. \u201cRoad construction comes with discomfort, but it is temporary. There will be dust everywhere, and you will have to use bypasses, but I urge you to remain patient,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n<p>President Barrow commended engineers, planners, and all stakeholders involved, praising their professionalism and dedication to the country\u2019s infrastructure goals.<\/p>\n<p>Residents of Kassa Kunda and surrounding communities gathered in large numbers to welcome the President and expressed optimism about the socio-economic benefits the road upgrade would bring, including improved access to markets, schools, and health facilities.<\/p>\n<p>The foundation-laying ceremony represents the latest effort by the government to enhance infrastructure development and support national economic growth. It was attended by engineers, community members, and regional stakeholders who have long anticipated the project\u2019s commencement.<\/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. President Adama Barrow on Saturday presided over the foundation stone\u2013laying ceremony for a 42-kilometre road project in Kassa Kunda, Brikama North, marking another milestone in his administration\u2019s ongoing infrastructure expansion. 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