Kerr Fatou Reporter Lamin Fatty Receives SOOGF Award for Contributions to Inaugural Cultural Event

By Staff Writer

Lamin Fatty, a reporter at Kerr Fatou and host of the weekly community affairs program Kutubungdala, has been honored by the Support Our Own Gambian Foundation (SOOGF) with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of his contributions to the organization’s inaugural cultural event.

The certificate, presented on Saturday, June 27, recognizes Mr. Fatty for his role in supporting the planning and coordination of the event, citing his encouragement, dedication, and commitment as key factors in the successful staging of the foundation’s first cultural program.

“In recognition of your immense contribution to the coordination, encouragement, and support of the initiative, we sincerely appreciate your unwavering commitment to the successful hosting of the First Edition of the SOOGF Cultural Event,” the citation on the certificate states.

The foundation also commended Mr. Fatty’s “dedication, hard work, and selfless service,” saying his efforts were instrumental in ensuring the success of the maiden event. It concluded by expressing gratitude for his outstanding service and commitment to the initiative.

The recognition is part of SOOGF’s efforts to acknowledge individuals whose contributions helped launch its cultural program, which seeks to promote Gambian heritage and strengthen community engagement through cultural activities.