{"id":94205,"date":"2026-02-16T18:53:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T18:53:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/ppp-holds-seminar-remembering-partys-republican-era"},"modified":"2026-02-16T19:41:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T19:41:44","slug":"ppp-holds-seminar-remembering-partys-republican-era","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/ppp-holds-seminar-remembering-partys-republican-era","title":{"rendered":"PPP Holds Seminar Remembering Party\u2019S Republican Era"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong> <\/span><b>The Progressive People\u2019s Party (PPP) recently organized a seminar to remember its struggles and achievements under its founding fathers, marking the party\u2019s 67th anniversary.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The seminar held in Brikama, focused on the historical contributions of PPP and its founders to the political, economic, and social development of The Gambia. According to the party, the event served both as a reflection on its legacy and as a platform to educate and inspire the next generation of Gambian leaders.<\/p>\n<p>In his opening remarks, National President of PPP, Mbemba Nanko, highlighted the importance of political education, historical awareness, and youth engagement in sustaining democracy and national development. He encouraged young people to study the country\u2019s political history and draw lessons from the first republican era.<\/p>\n<p>Aboubacarr Mboge presented on the Gambian economy before independence and PPP\u2019s economic legacy from 1965 to the early 1990s. He outlined the economic conditions inherited at independence and highlighted policies and development programs implemented under the PPP government, including investments in education, agriculture, infrastructure, and public service institutions that laid the foundation for modern Gambia.<\/p>\n<p>Kemo Conteh spoke on PPP foreign policy and international relations, noting that under the leadership of Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, The Gambia was established as a respected and peaceful nation in global affairs. He discussed the party\u2019s commitment to non-alignment, regional cooperation, and participation in international organizations.<\/p>\n<p>Alieu Jallow, President of the PPP Civic Education Unit, emphasized that informed citizens are central to a strong democracy. He urged young people to engage in political discourse, civic responsibility, and leadership development to strengthen democratic governance.<\/p>\n<p>Hon. Aja Duta Kamaso, former National Assembly member for Wulli, addressed the seminar on PPP and women\u2019s political participation. She highlighted the historic role of women in the party, its commitment to gender inclusion, and the contributions of women leaders in grassroots mobilization and national politics. She encouraged young women to participate actively in politics and leadership.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Gambia<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. The Progressive People\u2019s Party (PPP) recently organized a seminar to remember its struggles and achievements under its founding fathers, marking the party\u2019s 67th anniversary. 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