On 21 September 2024, the National Environment Agency (NEA), supported by the WACA Project and partners, mobilized hundreds of volunteers to clean The Gambia's beaches. This coordinated effort brought together youth, security forces, and local organizations to combat waste pollution and safeguard the coastal environment.

Dr. Muhammed Lamin Sanyang, WACA Gambia Project Coordinator, emphasized the project's commitment:

"WACA has a strong and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the coastal environment. That is why we partnered with NEA to commemorate Coastal Cleanup Day in the best way possible—by uniting volunteers to protect our precious beaches and raise awareness."

Beyond the cleanup, the initiative was a powerful call to action for environmental stewardship. Lamin Camara, Director of Intersectoral Services Network at NEA, urged beachgoers, business owners, and residents to make protecting the coastline a shared responsibility.

This event restored The Gambia's beaches and inspired a lasting commitment to preserving the nation's coastal resources.