Today, the Vice President of The Gambia, H.E Mohammed B.S Jallow, accompanied by Mr. Sanna Dahaba, Executive Director of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), visited The Gambia Red Cross Society’s (GRCS) main headquarters in Kanifing.
The purpose of the visit was to provide Vice President Jallow with insights into the GRCS’s ongoing projects, programmes, and challenges. Mr. Fabakary Kalley, President of the Gambia Red Cross Society, expressed gratitude for the Vice President’s time and highlighted the organization’s current transformative efforts aimed at standardizing its operations.
To this effect, a presentation was delivered on the GRCS’s newest initiative, i.e., the establishment of an Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The EOC is envisioned to revolutionize the organization’s response system by facilitating anticipatory action, allowing for intervention before potential hazards escalate into disasters. The Vice President was also briefed on the G-Plus Emergency Response Services, featuring state-of-the-art ambulances.
A comprehensive tour was conducted, showcasing various facilities, including an inspection of the ambulances and the dispatch centre. The senior administration of GRCS took the opportunity to seek the support of the Gambia Government for their ongoing and future endeavours.
Expressing gratitude for the warm welcome, Vice President Jallow assured the GRCS of the continuous support from The Gambia Government. The visit underscored the commitment to collaboration between the government and organizations dedicated to humanitarian efforts, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and proactive measures in disaster response.
