Gunjur, The Gambia: – Linking Without Borders, in collaboration with the Marlborough Brandt Group (MBG) in the UK, has successfully commissioned a new borehole with tap installations at Fayunku Women’s Garden in Gunjur. This vital initiative aims to empower women, alleviate poverty, and enhance community development by ensuring sustainable access to clean water for local vegetable growers.
Water is a fundamental necessity for agricultural success, yet many communities in The Gambia face persistent challenges in accessing clean and reliable water sources. Women, who make up the majority of small-scale farmers, often bear the burden of fetching water from wells, limiting their productivity and economic opportunities.
With the installation of the borehole and taps, women vegetable gardeners at Fayunku Women’s Garden will now have direct access to clean water for irrigation and daily use. This development is expected to significantly improve crop yields, enhance food security, and boost income-generating opportunities for local women.
A Commitment to Community-Driven Solutions
Speaking at the commissioning event, Nabani Darboe from Linking Without Borders emphasised the importance of community-driven projects in fostering self-reliance and long-term development. The borehole initiative aligns with their broader mission of providing practical solutions to pressing challenges, promoting resilience, and improving livelihoods.
“This project is not just about water; it’s about empowerment, sustainability, and creating opportunities for women to thrive. We believe that by addressing fundamental needs like water access, we pave the way for broader social and economic development,” Darboe stated.
The collaboration between Linking Without Borders and MBG highlights the power of international partnerships in driving meaningful change. The successful completion of this project will serve as a foundation for future initiatives aimed at enhancing infrastructure, education, and economic opportunities in the region.
As the Fayunku Women’s Garden community await to reap the benefits of this project, discussions are already underway for potential expansion efforts to support more small-scale women farmers and improve water access across Gunjur.
This borehole installation will mark a significant step toward sustainable development, women’s empowerment, and poverty alleviation — a testament to what can be achieved when organisations and communities work together toward a common goal.
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