- Advertisement -The Majority Leader of the National Assembly and Member for Kantora, Billay G Tunkara, has announced the handover of a D1.5 million women and youth empowerment project in his constituency next month. Tunkara has publicly positioned himself as a champion of youth and women empowerment, with his official social media presence highlighting “Youths and Women Empowerment” as a core focus. - Advertisement -He has also engaged the Gambian diaspora, discussing national development and the role of Gambians abroad in shaping the country’s future. “Empowering women and youth is not just a local concern but a national development priority. - Advertisement -He added that focus on these groups aligns with regional and global development goals, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals on gender equality and decent work.