Satang Jow
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Satang Jow (born August 31, 1943) in Banjul is a Gambian educationist and public servant who served as minister for education and youth, culture, and sports[1].
Early life and education
[edit]Satang Jow was born on August 31, 1943, in Banjul, The Gambia. She is the daughter of H. O. Semega-Janneh. Mrs. Jow's academic journey began at St. Joseph's School and continued at The Gambia High School, where she laid a strong foundation for her future achievements[2]. In pursuit of higher education, she attended Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1966.
Career
[edit]Satang Jow dedicated much of her career to education. She began teaching at The Gambia High School in 1966 and served there until 1994. She served as the principal of the Gambia High School from 1989 to 1994.
Her career took a significant turn after the 1994 coup in The Gambia when she was appointed Secretary of State (SoS) for Education by the Junta leader Yahya Jammeh.
In the 1990s, Jow was a minister for education and for youth, sports, and culture in the Gambian government.[3]
Jow served as Commissioner of the Sierra Leone Truth and Reconciliation Commission from May 2002 to April 2004.[2]
Contribution and later role
[edit]Beyond her ministerial work, Satang Jow contributed significantly to regional and international efforts. She served as a member of the Gambian West African Examination Council Committee and participated in various organisations that supported education and social development. From May 2002 to April 2004, Jow served as a commissioner on the Sierra Leone Truth and Reconciliation Committee, where she contributed to healing and rebuilding efforts in the aftermath of the country's civil war. In recognition of her outstanding contributions to education in The Gambia, the University of The Gambia awarded her an honorary doctorate degree (honoris causa). This accolade highlights her enduring influence on educational attainment in the nation [4].
Legacy
[edit]Satang Jow is remembered as a trailblazer in education and governance. Her efforts in establishing the University of The Gambia remain a cornerstone of her legacy, symbolizing her vision for accessible and quality higher education in her country.
References
[edit]- ^ "Is Our Education System Preparing Ourchildren For The 21st Century Globalised World?". The Standard. Gambia. 2023-07-18. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
- ^ a b Arnold Hughes, David Perfect: Historical dictionary of The Gambia. 4th edition. Scarecrow Press, Lanham MD 2008, ISBN 978-0-8108-5825-1, p. 123.
- ^ "Gambia Ministers".
- ^ "An Attack On A Vital Pillar Of Our Collective Security". The Standard. Gambia. 2023-09-19. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
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