Center for Policy

The Center for Policy, Research and Strategic Studies [CepRass] was established in 2016 at the University of The Gambia.

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Looking ahead to 2026:

• Economy remains the top concern
• Stronger demand for democracy & accountability
• Trust in institutions is declining
• Results: promises service delivery matters most
At CepRass, we track the data shaping our future.

#Economy #Democracy

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Happy International WomensDay

Today we celebrate the incredible women of CepRass whose dedication and leadership drive positive change every day. Your impact matters today and always.

#CepRass #WomenInLeadership #theGambia

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After 2024–2025 assessments by United Nations Development Programme identified M&E gaps in justice & security institutions, Center for Policy Research and Strategic Studies (CepRass) is launching a hands-on Certification Programme to strengthen RBM, governance & digital systems.

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Public Dialogue on Democracy & Elections

Join us as CepRass shares findings from its pre-election opinion poll in an engaging Twitter (X) Space.

Moderator: Baboucarr Nyang
Panelists: Dr Mustapha Jobarteh, Dr Hamidou Jawara, Lamin Dampha & Sait Matty Jaw
1st Feb 2026 | Time: 8PM

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Take a look at the public opinion on:
Third term debate
* Public Trust in the head of state
*Economic performance
*Support for presidential term limits
*Job creation crisis
#Election2026 #theGambia #ceprass

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THE GAMBIA NATIONAL OPINION
POLL 2025 - Key Summary

#nationalopinionpoll #Elections2026 #Governance #NED #ceprass

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• A notable share remain uncertain or non-responsive (Don't know 9%; Refused 3%).
• Some indicate they would not vote (4%).
• Values shown as percentages of respondents.

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Nearly half of respondents (46%) believe the NPP Alliance is most likely to win.
• A significant portion (18%) are unsure about the likely winner.
• The UDP is perceived as the second most likely winner by 20% of respondents.

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CepRass, with support from @NEDemocracy, has launched the project “Assessing & Strengthening Democracy in The Gambia.”
Held at NaNA, the event gathered key actors from IEC, NCCE, security forces, CSOs & diplomats to promote transparency & accountability.
#Democracy #TheGambia

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CepRass & WACA Gambia Project ResIP 2 have wrapped up a 2-day training for their research team ahead of a Beneficiary Satisfaction Survey in the Kotu Stream catchment. The survey aims to amplify community voices in coastal resilience efforts. #ClimateChange #TheGambia #WACAGambia

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On Aug 21 at Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara ICC, we validated the Victim Perception Survey on TRRC Recommendations & Govt White Paper implementation conducted by CepRass & @NHRCGambia.
#transitionaljustice #thegambia

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CepRass held its inaugural board meeting on July 31, 2025, at its Kanifing HQ—marking a major step in governance & strategy. The board discussed research, consultancy & training growth. Grateful to all members for advancing evidence-based policy in The Gambia. #CepRass

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Today marks the successful completion of a 2-day intensive training for data collectors for a Perception Survey on the Implementation of the Govt White Paper on the TRRC Report in The Gambia. #TransitionalJustice #TheGambia

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Proud to have kicked off a 2-day training for nationwide data collection on the Gambia Corruption Index!
Led by @Gambiapaticipate, in collaboration with @CepRass, the study captures citizen’s perceptions of corruption to assess and rank public institutions.
#Transparency #gambia

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CepRass wraps up a 5-day training for 12 GRTS senior managers on Transformational Leadership & Digital Change. A key step in @grtstvofficial digital journey toward innovation & better service delivery.

#DigitalChange #CapacityBuilding #GRTS #TheGambia #CepRass

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CepRass kicked-off a week-long training for 12 @grtstvofficial Senior Managers on Transformational Leadership & Digital Change under the theme:
“Leveraging Information Technology for Enhanced Performance Management in Public Sector Organizations.”

📍GTHI | 📅 7th –11th July 2025

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CEPRASS & NEA have completed a 6-day survey in the Greater Banjul area on the economic impact of climate change in tourism, fisheries & agriculture. Findings will guide policy & boost resilience. 🌍🇬🇲

#ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #TheGambia #CEPRASS #NEA #Adaptation

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CepRass, in partnership with the National Environmental Agency, is studying the economic impact of climate change in The Gambia. Enumerators are trained & will be collecting data across fisheries, agriculture & tourism sites in Greater Banjul. #ClimateAction #TheGambia #Research

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As the holy occasion of Eid approaches, Ceprass extends its heartfelt wishes to all our clients, partners, and the wider community a joyful and blessed Eid.

EID MUBARAK

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🚀 Day 1 of Competency-Based Project Management Training at GPFCCU, Kanifing!

Dr. Lang Sanyang kicked off with project management fundamentals, followed by sessions on Project Idea Development & Planning and Strategic Project Initiation with Dr. Lamin B. Ceesay.
#CepRass #Day1