Completed activities and projects
The following are some of the significant activities and projects undertaken by SDF since its founding in August 2014
1. Relieved the water shortage in Sika
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) has resolved Sika’s water shortage by providing sustainable access to clean water, improving lives and health in the community.
2. Provided books for Sika Lower Basic School
3. Provided science and medical books to the Royal Victoria Teaching Hospital, Banjul (The Gambia)
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) supplied science and medical books to the Royal Victoria Teaching Hospital in Banjul, boosting medical education and training.
4. Provided valuable items for resale to Beneficiary A
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) provided valuable items to Beneficiary A for resale, supporting economic empowerment.
5. Supported the treatment of Beneficiary B
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) supported Beneficiary B’s treatment, ensuring access to necessary medical care.
6. Supported the medical treatment of Beneficiary C
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) supported Beneficiary C’s medical treatment, providing essential healthcare assistance.
7. Provided new fishing boats for 7 Fishermen
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) provided new fishing boats to seven fishermen, boosting their livelihoods and productivity.
8. Provided fishing nets for 2 Fishermen
9. Partnered with a Nurse to provide healthcare in Sika.
10. Repaired the village milling machine
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) repaired the village milling machine, restoring an essential resource for the community.
11. Provided steel goal posts and nets to Sika football team.
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) provided steel goalposts and nets to the Sika football team, enhancing their equipment and playing experience.
12. Provided financial support to those injured during the post-football match celebrations in Toubakolong, Upper Nuimi District, North Bank Region (The Gambia)
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) provided financial support to individuals injured during post-football match celebrations in Toubakolong, Upper Nuimi District, aiding their recovery.
13. Supported the treatment of Beneficiary D who sustained an injury in a vehicle accident
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) supported the treatment of Beneficiary D, who sustained an injury in a vehicle accident, aiding their recovery.
14. Provided barbed wire and fencing materials for the Sika Women’s Vegetable Garden
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) provided barbed wire and fencing materials for the Sika Women’s Vegetable Garden, enhancing security and productivity.
15. Supported the Healthcare Mission of BDI Inc. in The Gambia.
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) supported the healthcare mission of BDI Inc. in The Gambia, contributing to improved health services.
16. Provided support to Beneficiary E after a motorcycle accident
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) provided support to Beneficiary E following a motorcycle accident, assisting with their recovery.
17. Raised funds to repair the School and provide financial stability to it.
18. Raised funds to help the affected individuals in the community deal with the aftermath of the destruction caused by the windstorm
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) raised funds to help community members affected by the windstorm, supporting their recovery and rebuilding efforts.
19. Raised funds to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on the community
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) raised funds to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on the community, providing essential support during the pandemic.
20. Raised funds for the overseas treatment of Beneficiary F
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) raised funds for the overseas treatment of Beneficiary F, ensuring access to specialized medical care.
21. Raised funds for the treatment of Beneficiary G who was injured following a football match disturbance
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) raised funds for the treatment of Beneficiary G, who was injured during a football match disturbance, aiding their recovery.
22. Supports the fortnightly visit of the Nurse in Sika
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) supports the fortnightly visit of the nurse in Sika, ensuring regular healthcare access for the community.
23. Regularised the transfer of the land on which the community health post is to be built
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) regularized the transfer of land for the construction of the community health post, facilitating healthcare infrastructure development.
24. Received a grant from MSDG/DDF and successfully constructed the perimeter fence of the community health post
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) received a grant from MSDG/DDF and successfully constructed the perimeter fence of the community health post, enhancing security and protection.
25. Received a donation to sink a borehole with a-10,000-litre capacity in the compound in which the health post will be built; the borehole supplies the Sika Basic School.
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) received a donation to sink a 10,000-litre capacity borehole in the compound for the health post, providing water to the Sika Basic School.
26. Regularised the transfer of the land on which the Sika Women’s Garden will be located.
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) regularized the transfer of land for the Sika Women’s Garden, enabling its development and growth.
27. Fully restored the Sika Basic School kitchen
The Sika Development Fund (SDF) fully restored the Sika Basic School kitchen, improving facilities for students and staff.