Fatou Kinteh
Fatou Kinteh is the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Welfare in The Gambia, known for her advocacy against gender-based violence (GBV). In a recent event, she highlighted the urgent need to address GBV in the country, citing alarming statistics that reveal a significant percentage of women have experienced physical and sexual violence. Kinteh has been instrumental in promoting laws and policies aimed at protecting survivors and ensuring accountability for perpetrators.
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Fatou Kinteh describes child begging as child abuse and emphasizes the need for solutions.
The Silent Crisis: How Child Begging Exposes Systemic Failures in The Gambia
Gambia· 2026-05-28
Minister for Gender, Child and Social Welfare, Fatou Kinteh, remarked that the centre’s success will depend on strong partnerships and collective action.
UTG, UNICEF launch Africa’s second Child Rights Centre in GambiaGambia· 2025-12-19
Mrs. Fatou Kinteh joined her counterparts for the Ministerial Segment of the consultations.
Gambia participates in Africa Pre-CSW70 Consultations, 10th AU STC on Gender EqualityGambia· 2025-11-28
Madame Fatou Kinteh, minister for Gender, Children and Social Welfare, said it was an honour to be part of the celebration.
UNICEF celebrates 60 years in GambiaGambia· 2025-11-19
Hon. Fatou Kinteh emphasised the forum’s significance in consolidating regional efforts to safeguarding children’s rights.
Banjul forum unites W/Africa in renewed pledge to end child abuseGambia· 2025-10-28
Honourable Fatou Kinteh officially launched the network, symbolising renewed national commitment to inclusive governance.
WFD launches women’s political network to bolster female leadershipGambia· 2025-10-27
Hon. Fatou Kinteh highlighted the vital role rural women play in the nation’s progress.
Reliance commemorates Int’l Day of Rural Women with foundation stone laying in SomaGambia· 2025-10-21
Honourable Fatou Kinteh, Minister of Gender, Children & Social Welfare, called on other institutions to emulate Ecobank's example.
Ecobank Gambia Donates Refurbished ICT Lab to GOVI as Part of Ecobank Day 2025 CelebrationGambia· 2025-10-16
Minister Kinteh praised Njie Charakh World Market for its innovative model of promoting savings and business discipline.
Supporting innovation: Njie Charakh’s women empowerment drive laudedGambia· 2025-09-17
Fatou Kinteh, Minister for Women, Children and Social Welfare, described the initiative as crucial for training and empowering Gambian women in agro-processing.
NPP launches Success Enterprise Capacity building initiative in WCRGambia· 2025-07-31
Minister of Gender, Children and Social Welfare, Hon. Fatou Kinteh took part in the high-level roundtable.
Gambia presents Voluntary National Review reports to UNGambia· 2025-07-25
Minister for Gender, Children and Social Welfare, Hon. Fatou Kinteh, underscored the relevance of the training in preparing The Gambia to meet its 2025 WPS reporting obligations.
Gambia scales up gender security action with AU-aligned monitoring trainingGambia· 2025-07-09
Fatou Kinteh, Minister for Gender, Children and Social Welfare, emphasised the significance of the Day, which she said, was inspired by the bravery of the children of Soweto in 1976.
Gambia marks DAC with renewed focus on children’s rightsGambia· 2025-06-18
Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Welfare Fatou Kinteh said the SWEDD+ Project adopts a comprehensive and holistic approach addressing health, education, and economic dimensions of gender empowerment.
Gambia launches $25M SWEDD+ project to empower women, girlsGambia· 2025-06-12
Hon. Fatou Kinteh, Minister of Gender and Social Welfare, emphasized the importance of women's empowerment.
HEforSHE Music Movement launched, Jali Suso bags 2025 NENEH Gender CupGambia· 2025-05-06
Minister Kinteh expressed her gratitude for the invitation and highlighted the deep ties shared by The Gambia and Senegal.
Gambia, Senegal delegations meet to reaffirm sisterly support to each otherGambia· 2025-03-20
Hon. Minister Fatou Kinteh welcomed SMI’s commitment to partnership.
Shaurice Mullins Int’l seeks to forge partnership with Gender MinistryGambia· 2025-03-17
Fatou Kinteh, Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Welfare, underscored the need for urgency in tackling GBV cases in the country.
Gender Ministry, ECOWAS arm actors with skills to fight GBVGambia· 2025-02-24
