
Isatou Ceesay
Spring 2020
I am Isatou Ceesay who was born and raised in the Gambia with my parents. I have three sisters and brothers. My borther and father past away three years ago and we are now living with my mother’s family. This is my

Nina Nyafuna
My name is Nina Nyafuna. I am 20 years old and a Gambian by nationality. I am a hard working student that graduated from Saint Joseph’s Senior Secondary School in 2016 with eight(8) credits and a pass in mathematics which I sat for

Malick Ndimballand
I am Malick Ndimballand, 27 years old and a Gambian nationality. I am a student of the University of The Gambia enrolled in the school of Arts and Sciences, Division of Humanity and Social sciences, Bachelor’s degree in Development studies. I am very

Haddy Mboob
I am Haddy Mboob a Gambian by nationality.

Salieu Jahateh
I am Salieu Jahateh, a Gambian nationality. I graduated from a high school called Brikama Methodist Academy in the year 2017 with good grades. I have the aim and of attaining higher in academic standard. My dream is to study Computer Science ever

Fatou Darboe
I am Fatoumatta Darboe and I am 20 years old. I recently enrolled in the University of the Gambia studying a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management. I hope to have a degree to help my family and my nation at large,
I will

Amadou Sowe
Your contribution in my life is timely and sensational
I am Amadou Sowe, a Gambian by origin. I am a young boy of about 25 years old. I am fair in complexion, fairly tall with a height of 1.7m and a weight of 76kg.

Fatou Camara
I am Fatou Camara, a 19 year old girl and a first year student of the University of The Gambia.I am deeply honored and grateful to have a sponsorship from your foundation. I promise to work harder to stay with your foundation.Thank your

Nancy Kujabi
My name is Nancy Kujabi,I am a freshman at the university of the Gambia, and I plan on majoring in political science. My end goal is to become a diplomat. Again, thank you so much afora for your support!
No words could

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Abdoullie Sallah
I am Abdoulie SALLAH, a Gambian by origin; I am fair in complexion with a height of 1.7 and a weight of 64kg. I am a diploma in law possessor and currently pursuing a degree in law at the University of the Gambia.

Bubacarr Conteh
I’m Bubacarr Conteh,23 year old young dynamic guy with passion for education. I’m a second year first semester student at the university of The Gambia. Pursuing a degree in mathematics
Spring semester 2019:
My 2019 academic achievement is fine. So far all the assesments I

Haja Jabbie

Binta Sallah
I’m Binta M Sallah, s second year law student from the university of The Gambia. I’m 5’8 ft tall, an obstinate young woman with love for voluntary work. I serve the UTG Ambassadors foundation which is a voluntary organization that mentor high school

Fatou Bintou Sallah
I go by the name Fatou Bintou sallah a lady of 20 years of age, a first year secound semester student pursuing Development Studies at the University of The Gambia. My hubbies are reading and I have a great passion for music.

Jariatou Baldeh

Ada Bojang
I’m Ada M Bojang, a 23year old young dynamic lady with the passion for education, community service and humanitarian work, a second year second semester student, studying development studies at the university of The Gambia
Fall semester 2018:
So far, I have been able to

Muhammed Bojang
My name is Muhammed Bojang, a native of Gunjur Village Kombo South District. I live with my both parents, I have brothers and sisters as well. After completing my Secondary School at Gunjur Upper Basic School. I attended my High School at Sifoe

Halimatou Jallow
My name is Halimatou Jallow, an Economics major at The University of The Gambia. I graduated from high school in 2013 but due to financial complication I couldn’t do much since. Thanks to A for A all of that is about to change
To

Ya Fatou Secka
My name is Ya Fatou Secka.
I am 21 years old and live with my family. I am currently a second year student at the University of the Gambia pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies.I like reading novels alot because it helps we

Sheriff Joof
My Name is Sheriff Joof, a final year student at the University of The Gambia, major in Economics and minor in Finance. I’m one of the lucky scholars of AforA (Academy for Academics). An aspired economist.
Fall semester 2016:

Ousman E Bah
I am Ousman E Bah, a Gambian by nationality, age 29. I am a Muslim by religion and practice and a Fula by ethnicity. I have a chocolate colour and I measured 1.80 meters in height. I am currently a final year student

Sainey Loom
My name is Sainey Loom. I study development studies. I grew up in an extended family with 12 brothers and 5 sisters in a small farming village called Toroba at the North bank . There is no electricity in village but solar power

Paul Demba
My name is Paul Demba. I grew up in Bakoteh with my mother, step-father and siblings. After high school I was hoping to go to the GTTI but realized that my gardes would actually qualify me to go to the university. The generous

Pa Malick Nyassi
My name is Pa Malick Nyassi. I study political science at the UTG. I grew up in Brikama in an extended family with seven siblings from the same father and mother. I went to the Gambian Technical Training Institute before enrolling the university.

Omar Ceesay
My name is Omar Ceesay. I grew up in the urban areas of Serrekunda. I am an educated teacher and have been working for many years before i entered the UTG to study political science. I would like to work for the government

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Mariama Njie
My name is Mariama Njie I come from Lamin and have 5 siblings. I study agriculture and aim to work with animal life stock at a science department. Maybe later I would like to have my own business. I can see a need to

Mariama Bayo
My name is Mariama Bayo. I grew up in a big extended family in Kololi. I graduated fron Nusrat Senior School. I study accoutancy.
Fall semester 2016:
So far the semester is good but also hectic. We have a short semester due to the election

Joseph Correa
My name is Jospeh Correa. I was born in 1993 and grew up with my mother and siblings in a small village called Manjai Kunda. To go to school I have been staying with my uncle who supported med but he past away. However

Abdouraman Jallow
I was born in 1996 and grew up in Latrikunda with partents that with love and sacrifies have given me education. After High school I worked withnthe Red Croos and has then started to study economy at the UTG. I have had an internship

Ramatoullie Bah
My names are Ramatoulie Bah. I am a Fula tribe and live in a small town called Latrikunda Sabiji, the Gambia. I am attending the University of the Gambia, majoring economics and minor in finance. I am currently in my second year and

John Louis Gomez
My name is John Louis Gomez and am 23 years of age. I live in Brusubi Phase 2 with my uncle. I am the last born and only male child of my family (Gomez). I have an average height and am a friendly

Haddy Jawla
My name is Haddy Jawla.I am a Gambian living with my parents and siblings. I am a third year student at the University of The Gambia studying information systems. My dream is to work with the health sector and develop it using information

Bintou Coker
My name is Bintu Coker. I am a Journalism Student at the University of The Gambia. My passion for Journalism started back in high school when i present news on assembly ground every Friday and read to the class during lessons as well.

Momodou S Jallow
I am a 23 year old Gambian aspiring to be a psychiatrist. I love voluntary work, especially the Red Cross; I have been a volunteer since 2008. I love watching and playing soccer.
Spring semester 2018
I COMPLETED DID INTRODUCTION TOMEDICINE AND SURGERY, COMMUNITY MEDICINE

Momodou Kabir Manneh
My name is Momoodou Kabir Manneh. I am 24 years old and a medical student, I’ve learnt to develop the art of trusting my instincts and acting upon them appropriately because not in everyday life will present to you in a clear cut

Khaddijatou Ceesay
My name is Khaddijatou Ceesay. I was born in 1992 and study medicine. I live in Kotu South as the second child out of four. My parents are working hard for me and my siblings to have a good life and to go

Jainaba Jagne
I am a medical student, born in 1994 and I am the second child of six (2 sisters, 3 brothers). We live in Brusubi Housing Estate, far from university. It takes me about an hour everyday, so when I have exams I stay with

Emmanuel Adeola Lawal
My name is Emmanuel Adeola Lawal, a 4th year medical student in the University of The Gambia. My hubbies are numerous to mention all, but on the top of that list are listening to music, singing, playing the drum, acting, playing and viewing

Silvano Yanateh
My name is Silvano Yanateh, I am 26 years old and I am black in complexion. I like working in the hospital because being a nurse is my greatest interest. Also, I like reading books, especially sciences books, playing football and watching news

Cherno Ebrima Jallow
I’m a final year nursing student. I’m currently serving as the Assistant Gender and Health minister of the University of the Gambia Students’ union. I’d want to complete my course and continue serving humanity.
This scholarship has been a lifesaver for me personally. Since

Awa Darboe
I am 25 years old girl, living in Bundung. I am a Gambian, studying Nursing in the University of the Gambia. I have a vision which is to reduce suffering and I believe by been a nurse I can achieve that
Life has not

Aminata Makalo
I am a young lady of 26years,studying nursing in the university of Gambia
The A for A scholarship has taken away the stress and difficulties I and my family went through to settle my tuition fees. The money that should be spend on me

Alimu M Jallow
Hi, I am Alimu, a final year Nursing student. When I graduate I am hoping to go back to the rural communities to render my service. Unlike the people who are living in our urban areas, I think my service is needed more

Alagie Alimu
I am Alagie Alamu studying nursing in the University of the Gambia. I was admitted in the University of the Gambia in 2015 and as you know the fee for a university education is expensive, thank God to AforA who came to my

Adama S Jaw
My name are Adama S. Jaw from the Gambia, a university student persuing degree in law. I love reading novels and enjoy playing with kids. My favorite games are football and athletic. I was very lucky to meet with AforA who are sponsoring

Adama Jallow
I am Adama s Jallow. I am 22 years of age .I live in Kololi village, Westcoast region, The Gambia. I am attending the University of the Gambia studying law and I am my third year second semester. In complexion I am brown.

Haddijatou Trawally
Am Haddijatou Trawally, a third (3) year first (1) semester student of The University of The Gambia majoring information systems. I an intelligent, a very hardworking and talented young lady with goals and ambitions. After completion, i would like to go for masters

Victoria Alex
My name is Victoria Alex. I’m a nineteen year old fourth year medical student that loves literature, music and movies. I’m a Christian, friendly but a little reserved and very open-minded
Spring semester 2018
-I had credits and some distinctions in all of my subjects.

Ridwan Adiola Lanlokun
My name is Ridhwan Abiola Lanlokun,a 23 years old who is currently in my fourth year of medical program at the University Of The Gambia Medical School.I am a humble medical Student who wishes to specialize in hematology upon completion of my medical

Peace Nmorsi
I am Peace Arimokwu Nmorsi. I am a Nigerian and I hail from Agbor, Delta state, Nigeria. I am currently a fourth year medical student in the University for the Gambia. I am the third born of my parents. I love God fearing,

Momoudo Cherno Camara
My name is Cherno a Gambian national and am currently studying at the University of the Gambia under the faculty of Physical and Natural Sciences (B.Sc Biology). Am a fula by tribe. The most important thing in my life is religious believes, moral

Momodo S Jallow
I am a 23 year old Gambian aspiring to be a psychiatrist. I love voluntary work, especially the Red Cross; I have been a volunteer since 2008. I love watching and playing soccer.

Leroy Leonard Ikini
I am Leroy Lenard Ikhine, a 21-year-old Gambian, studying medicine at the university of the Gambia. I live in Kanifing with my family of 8. I am a Christian boy and a big believer in hard work and optimism. I have a passion

Kanni Touray
My name is Kanni Touray. I am 20 years old. I am tall, slim and black in complection. I like reading and cooking. I was born in Gambia in Kololi village. I have four sisters and a brother we all live with our

Jainaba Ceesay
My name is Jainaba A Ceesay. I am 22 years old, born in Kololi. I am a mandinka by tribe and Gambian by nationality. My hobbies are reading, watching TV and doing house chores. I am graduate of Gambia High School, science field..

Fatoumata S Jallow
I am a young lady who is hungry for knowledge and always looking forward to learning new things. I love reading, watching medical series, playing volley ball and participating in extracurricular activities
Spring semester 2018
So far all has been going well with me because

Aminata Ceesay
My name is Aminata Ceesay. I am 22 years old. I live in Bakau with my parents. I attended Gambia Telecommunication and Multimedia Institute (GTMI), from there I went to Masroor Senior Secondary School from there I went to Management Development Institute MDI.

Bakary K Jawara
I am BAKARY K. JAWARA, clinical medical student at university of The Gambia. December 2016 is when I turned 30 and have lived in Gambia all my life. I have so much passion for reading but there are things outside of academics that

Buba Darboe
My name is Buba darboe and am 21 years old. I am single and staying with my mother and two younger siblings at rented apartment in Banjul. I like reading, cooking, exercising, and visiting my friends whenever possible
I believe modern technics must be
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Studenter
Faculty of law
Faculty of medicine
- Emmanuel Adeola Lawal seintervju
- Jainaba Jagne
- Momodou S Jallow Se intervju
- Buba Darboe
- Leroy Leonard Ikini
- Peace Nmorsi se intervju
- Ridwan Adiola Lanlokun
- Victoria Alex Se intervju
Faculty of information and communication
Faculty of political science
Faculty of economics/accoutancy
Development Studies
Computor Science
Human resources
Mathematics
Management