Pierre Gomez
GambiapoliticianMale7.4Global Dominance: 0.00%Prof. Pierre Gomez is the Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology in The Gambia. He has been instrumental in advocating for gender equity in higher education, emphasizing the need for strategic initiatives to enhance female participation in tertiary education and leadership roles. Under his leadership, the Ministry has developed the first-ever National Gender Strategy aimed at addressing the barriers faced by women in accessing higher education, particularly in STEM fields.
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Professor Pierre Gomez welcomed President Nguema during his visit to the University of The Gambia.
Gabon President applauds Gambia’s educational transformationGambia· 2026-08-06
Prof. Pierre Gomez reaffirmed Gambia’s commitment to strengthening ties with Morocco.
Moroccan Embassy celebrates 27th Anniversary of King Mohammed VIGambia· 2026-08-05
Professor Pierre Gomez described the initiative as a significant step toward building a resilient and sustainable healthcare system capable of meeting the country’s growing health demands.
MoHERST launches nursing capacity initiative to tackle health workforce gapsGambia· 2026-07-24Hon. Pierre Gomez, Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, was present at the ceremony.
Africa’s development must be driven from within, says Gambia’s Tax ChiefGambia· 2026-07-23
Higher Education Minister Professor Pierre Gomez admitted that students are owed stipends for May, June and July.
Gov’t sets aside D50M for overseas student stipends – Minister GomezGambia· 2026-07-21Professor Pierre Gomez described the policy as a transformative initiative that will safeguard the rights and welfare of interns.
Gambia moves to protect interns with landmark national policyGambia· 2026-07-16
Professor Pierre Gomez described the initiative as a major milestone in strengthening skills development and advancing national human capital development.
Gambia unveils $13M plan to transform TVET trainingGambia· 2026-07-09Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Prof. Pierre Gomez, reaffirmed government's unwavering commitment to ensuring that no Gambian student is denied higher or tertiary education because of financial hardship.
New era for higher education financing begins, say SRLS Board ChairGambia· 2026-07-03
Professor Pierre Gomez reminded that the coming of AIMS into The Gambia is not simply the establishment of a satellite campus, but the opening of a gateway for Gambian students, researchers, and educators.
African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Banjul satellite campus launchedGambia· 2026-06-30
Minister Pierre Gomez acknowledged that demand for scholarships has outgrown supply.
On D40M for student loans – a bold step that must be guarded!Gambia· 2026-06-24
Minister Pierre Gomez reaffirmed the government’s commitment to expanding access to tertiary and higher education through the Students Revolving Loan Scheme.
Gov’t commits D40M to student revolving loan schemeGambia· 2026-06-24
Professor Gomez is recognized for his dedication to public service and educational excellence.
MOHERST congratulates Prof. Gomez on 2026 Heroes AwardsGambia· 2026-06-01
Professor Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education Research Science and Technology, highlighted the role of higher education in national transformation.
Stakeholders meet on THET Fund forum to create Workforce-Ready GraduatesGambia· 2026-02-25
Hon. Minister Prof. Pierre Gomez set the tone from the very first session, framing the mission not as a conventional knowledge transfer exercise, but as an act of pan-African solidarity.
Gambia’s strategic study tour to South Africa ends on high noteGambia· 2026-02-05
The Honourable Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, Professor Pierre Gomez, was invited to deliver his opening address.
MoHERST commends World Bank support for higher education developmentGambia· 2026-01-22
Prof. Pierre Gomez, the Hon. Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, discussed the transformation of The Gambia College into the University of Education.
EU allocates D1.7bn to support Gambia’s secondary educationGambia· 2025-11-28
Minister Pierre Gomez described the initiative as a cornerstone for a future where no Gambian student is left behind due to financial constraints.
Gambia launches first-ever governing boards of tripartite fundsGambia· 2025-11-13
The Honourable Minister of MoHERST, Professor Pierre Gomez, stated that Dr Ndure-Tambedou's exceptional track record makes her the ideal leader for the THET Fund.
Gambia appoints Dr Jorjoh Ndure-Tambedou as ED of Tertiary and Higher Education Trust FundGambia· 2025-10-20
Professor Pierre Gomez commented on the appointment, praising Professor Sallah's calibre and commitment to The Gambia's development.
Gambia appoints Professor Momodou Sallah to lead landmark National Research Innovation FundGambia· 2025-10-10
Prof. Pierre Gomez is the Minister of Higher Education who introduced the new Electoral Law.
Augmentation des droits d’enregistrement des partis politiques à 2 millions de dalasis; les députés approuvent la nouvelle Loi ElectoraleGambia· 2025-10-03Prof. Pierre Gomez is the Minister of Higher Education who introduced the new Electoral Law.
Augmentation des droits d’enregistrement des partis politiques à 2 millions de dalasis; les députés approuvent la nouvelle Loi ElectoraleGambia· 2025-10-02Professor Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education, expressed optimism about Dr Bah's leadership of the Student Revolving Loan Scheme.
Dr Samba Bah appointed executive director of student revolving loan schemeGambia· 2025-09-26
Minister Pierre Gomez was represented by Mucktarr M.Y. Darboe at the training.
Gambian researchers gain skills in proposal writing, scientific innovationGambia· 2025-09-12
Prof. Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, stated that the initiative is a testament to the enduring bonds of solidarity and cooperation between Nigeria and The Gambia.
20 Nigerian Technical Aid Corps arrive in GambiaGambia· 2025-08-20
Professor Pierre Gomez, the minister of higher education in The Gambia, is the keynote speaker.
Institute of Travel and Tourism of The Gambia and Western Hospitality Institute to sign MOU | News
Jamaica· 2025-08-02
Professor Pierre Gomez praised the Bantaba as a noble platform for intercultural dialogue, youth empowerment, and reflection.
Ambassador Liu Jin: Gambian youth hold key to China-Africa futureGambia· 2025-08-01
Prof. Pierre Gomez made this call on Monday during the Ministry’s Second Quarter Tertiary and Higher Education Sector Retreat.
Stakeholders urged to work as team to attain NDPGambia· 2025-07-30
Pierre Gomez praised the School Ecosystem CVP as a strategic response to the financing needs in education.
Ecobank Gambia Launches School Ecosystem CVP to Transform EducationGambia· 2025-07-03
Prof. Pierre Gomez, underscored that this year’s Human Development Report arrives at a defining moment.
UNDP unveils 2025 Human Development ReportGambia· 2025-07-01
Prof. Pierre Gomez, underscored that this year’s Human Development Report arrives at a defining moment.
UNDP unveils 2025 Human Development ReportGambia· 2025-06-30