Pierre Gomez
GambiapoliticianMale9.0Global 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 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· 2025-06-30Prof. Pierre Gomez, minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, revealed that the policy document is not just a policy document, but a beacon of hope.
National Gender Inclusion Policy for Higher Education Sector validatedGambia· 2025-06-26The Minister for MoHERST Prof. Pierre Gomez expressed gratitude to the President for his support.
Gambia to commission first national University of Engineering, Science and TechnologyGambia· 2025-06-18
Professor Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology, underscored the importance of evidence-based education reform in The Gambia.
UTG conducts research on DDS learning outcomesGambia· 2025-06-04
Prof. Pierre Gomez, Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, described the event as cause of celebration of academic excellence.
MoHERST awards scholarship to 10 UTG ‘Outstanding Graduates’Gambia· 2025-05-22
Prof. Pierre Gomez was present during the inspection visit at the USET campus.
Barrow describes new USET Campus as ‘game-changer’Gambia· 2025-05-02
Prof Pierre Gomez highlighted that the initiative came following the visit of President Adama Barrow to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Gambia launches first-ever TITA Mobile App for Tertiary and Higher Edu InstitutionsGambia· 2025-04-25
Prof. Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology spoke highly of these documents.
MOHERST validates 3 research frameworks to strengthen regulation, governanceGambia· 2025-04-24
Prof. Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, spoke highly of the project aimed at establishing TVET Centers of Excellence.
Strategic Plan for Fisheries, Agri-business TVET Centers ValidatedGambia· 2025-04-23
Prof. Pierre Gomez, Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology, described the initiative as timely and significance.
National Research Bill, Research Regulatory Framework Draft ReviewedGambia· 2025-04-15Professor Pierre Gomez made this disclosure recently at a presser held at the Ministry in Bijilo on government’s planned move to construct the State of-the-art School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences at the UTG.
Gambia to become a hub for medical education Says Prof GomezGambia· 2025-04-09Pierre Gomez announced that the Gambian government will build a modern School of Medicine and Paramedical Sciences.
Le gouvernement s'apprête à construire une école de médecine ultramoderne d'une valeur de 46 millions de dollarsGambia· 2025-04-08