Hon. Keita

Hon. Keita is the Minister of Finance for The Gambia, known for his role in overseeing the country’s economic policies and budget management. He recently addressed the National Assembly, reporting on the government's mid-year spending, which reached D14.51 billion, resulting in a significant deficit. He highlighted the challenges faced by the economy, including a rising public wage bill and substantial subsidies aimed at supporting agriculture and energy sectors. Despite concerns over sustainability and the effectiveness of subsidies, Keita expressed confidence in the government's financial strategies, attributing the deficit to delays in external budget support and advocating for continued investment in public welfare.