Gambia has announced a partnership with the Kalp Foundation to develop Gambia One, a blockchain-powered digital public infrastructure (DPI) platform aimed at bringing innovation and bridging the digital divide.
This collaboration also includes capacity-building initiatives for government leaders and technology-skilling programs for youth, marking a significant step toward digital transformation in the nation.
The Kalp Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing equitable growth through blockchain technology, expressed its commitment to the partnership. The Foundation highlighted the shared vision with The Gambia to promote sustainable development through innovation, compliance, and inclusion in a statement.
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“Together, the government of The Gambia aims to empower underserved communities, bridge the digital divide, and create scalable solutions aligned with global regulatory and ethical standards,” the statement read.
Tapan Sangal, founder and director of the Kalp Foundation, emphasized the transformative potential of the partnership. “We are deeply honored to collaborate with The Gambia in its journey towards becoming a future-ready nation powered by a robust blockchain-driven digital ecosystem.
Our partnership marks the beginning of a series of transformative engagements designed to empower nations with sustainable and inclusive digital public infrastructure,” he said.
Lamin Jabbi, Minister of Communications and Digital Economy for The Gambia, lauded the collaboration as a milestone in the country’s digital journey. “The Gambia welcomes Kalp Foundation’s vision and expertise in fostering an inclusive digital ecosystem. Together, we will harness the power of blockchain-enabled DPI to deliver innovative, citizen-centric solutions that align with global standards of trust, transparency, and accountability,” Jabbi stated.
The initiative, dubbed Gambia One, is set to position The Gambia as a leader in leveraging blockchain technology for national development. By fostering digital inclusion and innovation, the partnership underscores a shared commitment to building a brighter and more equitable future for the nation
