14/05/2026
GMA DONATES LIFE JACKETS, TORCH LIGHTS AND HARVESTING KNIVES TO KAAMALO WOMEN OYSTER ASSOCIATION
The Director General of the Gambia Maritime Administration (GMA) Mrs. Olimatou Danso Malang yesterday presided over the presentation ceremony of 30 life jackets, 40 rechargeable solar torch lights, and 40 knives for harvesting oyster, donated to the Kaamalo Women Oyster Harvesters Association through the Maritime Organization of West and Central Africa (MOWCA) Gambia Chapter.
The ceremony, held at the Kaamalo Oyster Landing Site, forms part of activities for the commemoration of the International Day for Women in Maritime 2026, and is geared towards promoting safety and improving the protection of women involved in oyster harvesting and other maritime-related activities.
In her remarks, the Director General reaffirmed GMA’s commitment to maritime safety and the welfare of coastal communities, emphasizing the importance of using safety equipment while working on the waterways.
The donated items are expected to enhance the safety and confidence of the women oyster harvesters during their daily activities.
