Last year the WTM had over 50,000 people in attendance from all over the globe and this year the numbers look to be just as impressive.
African countries appeared vibrant and enthusiastic, they could not wait to sell the richness of their country's culture and friendliness of the people. African Countries represented were - Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt, Gambia, Morocco, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Ghana and many more..
Gambia
Gambia was represented by the 'new' Honourable Minister of Tourism and Culture 'Benjamin A. Roberts' and the director of Marketing 'Adama Njie.Mr Roberts assured us that talks are already underway for the Gambia Roots Festival 2016, which will be newly structured, planned well in advance and be a bigger and better event than ever before.
Those who attended The Gambia Roots Festival 2014 would join me in testifying that it was an unbelievable event, well organised, full of culture, excitement and networking with people from all over the world.
We at 'Rave about Africa' would like to extend a big thank you to the 'then' - Minister of Tourism and Culture 'Mrs Fatou Mass Jobe-Njie', the Permanent Secretary 'Mr Momodu Joof' and Marketing Director 'Adama Njie'. We look forward to working with you on the Roots Festival 2016 bringing people from across Europe to the Gambia.
For testimonials and further information go to www.raveaboutafrica.com
Facts - Did you know?
Gambia is only a 5 hours and 30 minute flight from the UK.Europe make up about 93,000 visitors out of approx. 131,000 yearly visitors to the Gambia.
Gambia one of the smallest countries in Africa
Gambia is one of the safest countries in the world.
Sun seekers flock to visit Gambia when Europe is at its coldest, as they seek the Caribbean
feel without the jet-lag of a long haul flight.
Gambia offers high standard services which include 5* Star Hotels, Bird Watching, Fishing, Shopping, Beaches, Pharmacy's, Exchange Bureaux and Taxis etc.
See you at the next 'International Roots Festival in Gambia 2016'
