By Makutu Manneh
The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology will host the annual conference and general assembly of the West and Central African Research and Education Network from March 23 to 27, 2026, bringing together policymakers, researchers, and university leaders from across the continent.
The gathering, to be held at the Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Centre, will focus on expanding digital infrastructure, advancing open science, and fostering innovation. Organizers say discussions will center on the theme, “Connected Futures: Advancing Africa’s Digital Sovereignty Through Open Collaboration.”
In a statement, the ministry said the conference will also mark the launch of the Gambia Research and Education Network, a national initiative intended to improve connectivity and collaboration among universities and research institutions.
President Adama Barrow is expected to formally inaugurate the network during the conference’s official opening ceremony on March 26.
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