{"id":96208,"date":"2026-04-18T09:28:56","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T09:28:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/gambia-to-develop-water-abstraction-regulation-framework"},"modified":"2026-04-18T11:01:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T11:01:33","slug":"gambia-to-develop-water-abstraction-regulation-framework","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/gambia-to-develop-water-abstraction-regulation-framework","title":{"rendered":"Gambia to Develop Water Abstraction Regulation Framework"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>The Gambia, through the Department of Water Resources and with support from stakeholders, is expected to develop a legal and policy framework for Water Abstraction Regulation operational tools.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>A day-long stakeholders\u2019 forum was recently held at the NaNA Conference Hall in Bakau to advance discussions on the proposed framework.<\/p>\n<p>In her opening remarks, the Deputy Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Fisheries, Water Resources and National Assembly Matters, Fanta Bojang-Samateh, said the initiative marks a key step in strengthening water governance in the context of climate change.<\/p>\n<p>She noted that water resources management remains central to The Gambia\u2019s climate resilience and sustainable development efforts.<\/p>\n<p>According to her, abstraction from boreholes, rivers and wetlands is still largely unregulated, posing risks to aquifer sustainability, water quality and ecosystem integrity.<\/p>\n<p>She said addressing these challenges requires strong legal, institutional and operational frameworks.<\/p>\n<p>The Deputy Permanent Secretary added that the forum would provide a platform for participants to present preliminary assessment findings, facilitate dialogue on necessary reforms, and validate proposals on regulatory instruments, licensing procedures and monitoring systems.<\/p>\n<p>She also commended the AdaptAction Programme of the Agence Franc\u0327aise de De\u0301veloppement (AFD) for its support.<\/p>\n<p>In his welcoming remarks, the Acting Director of the Department of Water Resources, Foday Conteh, said the department serves as the technical arm of the Government of The Gambia.<\/p>\n<p>He said it is mandated to regulate and manage the sustainable utilisation of water resources, coordinate relevant policies, and provide timely and accurate weather and climate information, among other responsibilities.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that water remains a fundamental resource for human survival and development, adding that ensuring its sustainable management in terms of both quality and quantity is a national priority.<\/p>\n<p>Mr Conteh further stressed that water is essential to all forms of life, noting that it covers about two-thirds of the Earth\u2019s surface.<\/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. 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