- Gambia National Olympic Committee

GNOC PRESIDENT'S WELCOME MESSAGE

"As President of The Gambia National Olympic Committee (GNOC), I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to our website. Our aim is to use this site to bring more people into sport and through it, make a genuine difference to their lives. We hope you find it useful."

Bai Dodou Jallow

Mission Statement

The mission of the GNOC is to develop and protect the Olympic Movement in The Gambia in accordance with The Olympic Charter. And in order to fulfil this mission, the GNOC pledges to co-operate with Government and Non Governmental Bodies, and shall not under any circumstances associate with any activity which would contradict the Olympic Charter.

Latest News Updates

Sep 16

Handball Technical Coaching Course opens in Banjul.

Banjul The Gambia, September 16, 2025 - The Gambia National Olympic Committee in it's efforts to develop Sport for All and promote involvement at all levels is organizing a 5 days Technical Coaching Course for handball coaches of The Gambia Handball Association. The program that will run from September 15th through September 19th was open […]

Sep 08

GNOC to Organise Handball Technical Coaching Course

The Gambia National Olympic Committee in it's efforts to develop Sport for All and promote involvement at all levels will facilitate a 5 days Technical Coaching Course for handball coaches of The Gambia Handball Association. The program that will run from September 15th through September 19th is meant to enhance the coaching skills and knowledge […]

Aug 05

African School Games success proves Gambia has a lot of budding talent

Annaba, Algeria, August 5, 2025 - Sometimes sport throws up stories of human spirit that you cannot help but watch with a warm smile - as Gambia's first-ever African School Games achievements showcase in Algeria. Winning 12 medals at the 1st African School Games in Algeria was quite a surprise for a country that has […]

Jul 30

From Tragedy to Triumph; What a miracle for the boys

Annaba Algeria, July 30, 2025 - From the shadow of a tragic car accident that shook their fellow junior teammates, the Gambia Basketball Association has risen with courage and heart. Against all odds, these young champions turned pain into purpose and in Annaba, Algeria, they soared to claim gold at the 1st African School Games. […]