Hamat Bah
Hamat Bah is a Gambian politician and currently serves as the Minister of Tourism and Culture. He has been a prominent figure in Gambian politics and is known for advocating for the preservation of Gambian culture and heritage. In recent discussions regarding the appointment of a Paramount Sefo, Bah acknowledged his responsibility to advise the President on this matter, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Local Government Act.
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Honourable Hamat Bah, Gambian, former Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture now Minister of Regional Land Government, and Religious Affairs, is a passionate advocate for community based tourism and regional integration.
Senegalese tourism expert to launch new book honouring African tourism icons
Gambia· 2026-02-24
Hamat Bah described the acquisition of the drones as a necessary investment, stressing that timely and accurate information is critical for effective land administration.
WACA hands over surveillance drones to boost coastal protection, land-use enforcementGambia· 2026-02-06
Hamat Bah defends the process regarding Jammeh assets and addresses misconceptions in a committee meeting.
Hamat Bah fires back at ‘misinformation’, defends Jammeh assets processGambia· 2025-11-27
Hamat Bah is the minister who stated that the government would not compensate victims of the Salaji demolition.
Gov’t won’t pay one dime in Salaji demolition - Hamat BahGambia· 2025-11-27
Mr Hamat Bah declared war against Mr Bensouda's political group during a public demonstration.
La Commission d’Enquête sur les Administrations Locales est une « arme politique » contre sa candidature à l’élection présidentielle de 2026, selon Mr Talib BensoudaGambia· 2025-11-19
Hamat Bah is the Minister for Regional Governments who made remarks during the Meet the People Tour that raised concern.
EFSCRJ launches election watch to safeguard integrity of 2026 pollsGambia· 2025-11-18Bah reportedly declared war on the UMC, openly signalling the government’s intentions.
Talib says LGCI ‘is a political weapon’ against his 2026 bidGambia· 2025-11-17
Minister for Lands Hamat Bah emphasized the importance of voter registration to continue development.
Gov’t-private sector partnership key to ending Gambia’s rice import dependency - BarrowGambia· 2025-11-14
Minister Hamat Bah made headlines when he described the newly formed Unite Movement for Change as the NPP’s 'biggest threat.'
Dr Ceesay tears into UMC, dismisses Hamat Bah's 'biggest threat' claimGambia· 2025-11-05
Hamat Bah defends asset sales amid rising public outcry regarding the handling of Jammeh-era asset disposals.
Hamat Bah defends asset sales amid rising public outcryGambia· 2025-08-07
Hamat Bah outlined his vision for a new kind of diplomacy rooted in performance and economic returns.
‘Our diplomats cannot remain in suits and ties alone’Gambia· 2025-05-20Hamat Bah is advocating for a proportional voting system in Gambia to include diaspora and minority groups.
Hamat Bah says Gambia needs proportional voting systemGambia· 2025-05-19Hamat Bah is the minister of Lands and Regional Government.
GIEPA, partners launch transformative project in Chamen NianijaGambia· 2025-05-07
Hamat Bah is the minister of Lands, Local Government and Religious Affairs who praised Muhammed Jah for organizing the initiative.
Special Report: Q-Cell hosts Grand Iftar, Quranic Recitation and Azaan FinaleGambia· 2025-03-28
Hamat Bah is the minister responsible for advising the president on the appointment of the Paramount Sefo.
‘Gov’t has no plan to appoint paramount chief’Gambia· 2025-03-26
