SYAG Holds Youth Camp

In their bid to create more awareness among young people of the country on issues of concern, Save the Youths Action Group, SYAG, recently concluded a three-day youth camp for over one hundred and seventy youths from different youth associations in the country.

The camp, held at Bokaloho Skills Centre in Abuko, ended with a closing ceremony held at Abuko Upper Basic School.

Addressing the closing ceremony, Pa Malick Ceesay, advised youths to maintain the culture of tolerance and discipline at all times.

Mr. Muhammad L. Marr, Executive Director of SYAG, applauded the participants for their patience and participation in the camp. He encouraged them to make the best use of the skills acquired from the camp.

Mr. Marr also thanked National Aids Secretariat, NAS, for funding the camp, revealing that the 57 participants, who underwent Voluntary Counseling and Testing, were all found HIV-negative.

Mr. Babou Jobe, a representative of NAS, expressed his positive impression with SYAG for the successful camp.

Other speakers at the closing ceremony include Mr. Babucarr Sinajoko, Principal of Bokaloho Skills Centre.

Meanwhile, at the end of the ceremony, participants were awarded certificates. Individuals, including our Youth Forum columnist, Mr. Nfamara Jawneh, were also awarded Certificate of Honour for their continued contribution towards the development of the young people of The Gambia.