Gambia don keep im title as best jollof maker for the West African Food Festival (WAFFEST) wey just finish.

Dis small country for West Africa dem pick as the one wey make the best jollof rice for WAFFEST 2026, pass rivals like Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Liberia.

Gambia bin win the prize last year too for dis dish — which be staple wey popular for West Africa and dey cause serious competition, with Ghana and Nigeria as di main rivals.

Banjul for Gambia host WAFFEST from 15 to 21 October 2026. Na event wey gather people from all over West Africa to celebrate food traditions, cultural diversity and culinary creativity for di region.

Dem participants try promote the region food identity and make local chefs and food businesses gain more international recognition.

The event be opportunity to build contacts, exchange knowledge and plan partnerships between chefs and other people wey dey hospitality and catering sectors for West Africa.

For 18 October, dem hold 'China Day' as part of WAFFEST. Members of the Association of Chinese Residents for Gambia participate and showcase traditional Chinese food and culture.

Dem arrange Chinese cooking competition. One Chinese chef act as judge, show and introduce Chinese dishes, and give practical tips to local participants on how to prepare dem.