Gambia: President Barrow Commissions New Hybrid Ferry for Banjul-Barra Crossing

Gambia: President Barrow Commissions New Hybrid Ferry for Banjul-Barra Crossing

President Adama Barrow on Monday officially commissioned a new state-of-the-art green ferry on the Banjul-Barra crossing, one of West Africa's busiest river transport corridors, in a ceremony attended by senior government officials and dignitaries at the Banjul ferry terminal.

President Barrow Commissions New Green Ferry “Barra” to Boost Mobility, Trade

By Yunus S. Saliu President Adama Barrow on Monday officially commissioned the newly acquired Green Ferry “Barra” at the Barra Ferry Terminal, marking a significant step in efforts to modernise The Gambia’s transport infrastructure and enhance mobility between the North and South Banks of the River Gambia. The commissioning ceremony brought together cabinet ministers, National Assembly members, regional governors, deputy mayors, councillors, sen…

Barrow commissions $12M ‘Barra Ferry’ in new era of green transport

The commissioning ceremony drew thousands of Gambians, eager to witness what many hailed as a groundbreaking milestone in President Adama Barrow’s administration—a promise made, and now delivered. The vessel carried jubilant passengers who celebrated the smooth, efficient crossing. Many described the moment as symbolic of a nation stepping confidently into a future of modern, sustainable infrastructure.  The new ferry is part of Barrow’s broader…

The New Ferry Is Welcome But… – The Standard Newspaper

The inauguration of a new ferry by the Gambia Ferry Services yesterday was more than a ceremonial milestone. It was a moment of cautious optimism for thousands of commuters who depend daily on the river crossing. In recent years, the service has been plagued by breakdowns, long delays, overcrowding, and uncertainty, turning what should be a routine journey into an exhausting ordeal. For many Gambians, the ferry is not a luxury but a lifeline con…