Because of his natural gift of generosity and kindness to his subjects at all times, President Jammeh has been awarded a Man of Humanity Award.

The Gambian Red Cross Society (GRCS) awarded this to His Excellency, the President, Dr. Alhagie Yahya AJJ Jammeh for his tireless and generous contribution towards the GRCS. They also believe he deserves this award for his efforts in curing HIV/AIDS and many other communicable diseases in The Gambia.

Similarly, Mr. Saihou T Sabally, Ex-President of the GRCS was also given a Man of Humanity Award.

Alhagie Jarju, Director of Information and Communication for GRCS thanked the President and Mr. Sabally for their wonderful generosity. He noted that the GRCS will never forget them for their generosity.

He finished by calling on individuals, NGOs and the Government to help assist the Red Cross in achieving its aims and goals.