Gambia

Country Gambia
Capital Banjul
Continent Africa
Currency Dalasi(GMD)
Languages English, Mandinka, Fula, Wolof, Serer & Jola

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The Gambia gained its independence from the UK in 1965. Geographically surrounded by Senegal, it formed a short-lived federation of Senegambia between 1982 and 1989. In 1991 the two nations signed a friendship and cooperation treaty, but tensions have flared up intermittently since then. Yahya A. J. J. JAMMEH led a military coup in 1994 that overthrew the president and banned political activity. A new constitution and presidential elections in 1996, followed by parliamentary balloting in 1997, completed a nominal return to civilian rule. JAMMEH has been elected president in all subsequent elections including most recently in late 2006.

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Trade Policy Review: The Gambia - World Trade OrganizationTrade Policy Review: The Gambia  World Trade Organization

The Gambia v. Myanmar and the Nature of Genocidal “Intent to Destroy” before the ICJ (As Opposed to Criminal Courts) - Opinio JurisThe Gambia v. Myanmar and the Nature of Genocidal “Intent to Destroy” before the ICJ (As Opposed to Criminal Courts)  Opinio Juris

Libya, Mauritania, Uganda and Gambia Confirm Delegations for Paris Energy Forum - African Energy Week 2026Libya, Mauritania, Uganda and Gambia Confirm Delegations for Paris Energy Forum  African Energy Week 2026

Indian passport climbs to 75th in Feb 2026, visa-free access now for 56 destinations - Gulf NewsIndian passport climbs to 75th in Feb 2026, visa-free access now for 56 destinations  Gulf News

'Most comprehensive genocide case ever': The Gambia presses Myanmar at ICJ - TRT World'Most comprehensive genocide case ever': The Gambia presses Myanmar at ICJ  TRT World

Professor Michael Newton Testifies in ICJ Hearings on The Gambia v. Myanmar - Vanderbilt Law SchoolProfessor Michael Newton Testifies in ICJ Hearings on The Gambia v. Myanmar  Vanderbilt Law School

Indians Can Now Visit One Extra Country Visa-Free, As Per February Passport Ranking - NDTVIndians Can Now Visit One Extra Country Visa-Free, As Per February Passport Ranking  NDTV

India’s Passport Soars in 2026: Fifty Six Countries Now Visa-Free for Indian Travelers, Including New Destinations Like The Gambia – See Which Countries You Can Visit Without a Visa! - Travel And Tour WorldIndia’s Passport Soars in 2026: Fifty Six Countries Now Visa-Free for Indian Travelers, Including New Destinations Like The Gambia – See Which Countries You Can Visit Without a Visa!  Travel And Tour World

The Gambia’s Economy Maintains Growth Momentum Amid Global Uncertainty - World BankThe Gambia’s Economy Maintains Growth Momentum Amid Global Uncertainty  World Bank

Gambia Deletes Shadow Fleet Tankers in Second Flag Governance Crackdown - WindwardGambia Deletes Shadow Fleet Tankers in Second Flag Governance Crackdown  Windward

Gambia (Republic of The) - Welcome to the United NationsGambia (Republic of The)  Welcome to the United Nations

President Adama Barrow Inaugurates Infrastructure Built by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Electricity Access Project in Banjul, the Gambia - Africa.comPresident Adama Barrow Inaugurates Infrastructure Built by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Electricity Access Project in Banjul, the Gambia  Africa.com

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CCAFRICA Coordination officially handed over in Banjul, The Gambia - Food and Agriculture OrganizationCCAFRICA Coordination officially handed over in Banjul, The Gambia  Food and Agriculture Organization

Gambia - CO2 and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Country Profile - Our World in DataGambia - CO2 and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Country Profile  Our World in Data

Media Literacy in Gambia: Students Learn to ‘Pause. Reflect. Research.’ - UNESCOMedia Literacy in Gambia: Students Learn to ‘Pause. Reflect. Research.’  UNESCO

Constitution Bill Rejected at Second Reading: Halting the Reform Process in The Gambia? - ConstitutionNetConstitution Bill Rejected at Second Reading: Halting the Reform Process in The Gambia?  ConstitutionNet

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: The Gambia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: The Gambia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Why clitoral reconstruction is a distant dream in Gambia - DW.comWhy clitoral reconstruction is a distant dream in Gambia  DW.com

Gambia’s maiden national conference on religion and hate speech ends on positive note - UNESCOGambia’s maiden national conference on religion and hate speech ends on positive note  UNESCO

The Special Tribunal for The Gambia: A Regional Experiment in Transitional Justice and Its Challenges - EJIL: Talk!The Special Tribunal for The Gambia: A Regional Experiment in Transitional Justice and Its Challenges  EJIL: Talk!

The Gambia’s new constitution has stalled again – 5 reasons why and what that means for democracy - The ConversationThe Gambia’s new constitution has stalled again – 5 reasons why and what that means for democracy  The Conversation

Attempt to overturn the Gambia’s ban on FGM heard by supreme court - The GuardianAttempt to overturn the Gambia’s ban on FGM heard by supreme court  The Guardian

Girls 'at risk' of being sent to Gambia to undergo FGM if ban overturned - STV NewsGirls 'at risk' of being sent to Gambia to undergo FGM if ban overturned  STV News

Promoting inclusive food systems and gender equality in The Gambia - ohchrPromoting inclusive food systems and gender equality in The Gambia  ohchr

The Gambia's WTO Trade Policy Review: UK Statement – February 2026 - GOV.UKThe Gambia's WTO Trade Policy Review: UK Statement – February 2026  GOV.UK

National Conference on Women’s Political Participation and Representation in The Gambia - International IDEANational Conference on Women’s Political Participation and Representation in The Gambia  International IDEA

BLACK HISTORY MONTH (Day 14): After learning his game on the streets of Gambia, Kandji adapts to U.S. pro game (2009) - Front Row SoccerBLACK HISTORY MONTH (Day 14): After learning his game on the streets of Gambia, Kandji adapts to U.S. pro game (2009)  Front Row Soccer

India’s Passport Rises to 75th Position in Global Ranking, Empowering Citizens with Enhanced Travel Freedom and Newly Secured Visa-Free Access to The Gambia - Travel And Tour WorldIndia’s Passport Rises to 75th Position in Global Ranking, Empowering Citizens with Enhanced Travel Freedom and Newly Secured Visa-Free Access to The Gambia  Travel And Tour World

Building a Safer Future: Gambia Strengthens Capacity to Tackle Chemical Waste, Solid Waste and Pollution - United Nations Development ProgrammeBuilding a Safer Future: Gambia Strengthens Capacity to Tackle Chemical Waste, Solid Waste and Pollution  United Nations Development Programme

Navigating the politics of backlash: women's rights and repealing the FGM ban in The Gambia - ODI: Think changeNavigating the politics of backlash: women's rights and repealing the FGM ban in The Gambia  ODI: Think change

GCA works with IMF to Strengthen The Gambia’s Climate Resilience - Global Center on AdaptationGCA works with IMF to Strengthen The Gambia’s Climate Resilience  Global Center on Adaptation

Africa rallies around forest innovation as AFWC25 opens in The Gambia - Food and Agriculture OrganizationAfrica rallies around forest innovation as AFWC25 opens in The Gambia  Food and Agriculture Organization

The Gambia: ICJ and partners advocate for progress on the human rights of persons with disabilities - The International Commission of Jurists - ICJThe Gambia: ICJ and partners advocate for progress on the human rights of persons with disabilities  The International Commission of Jurists - ICJ

Female genital mutilation in infancy still common, Gambian mothers say - United Nations Population FundFemale genital mutilation in infancy still common, Gambian mothers say  United Nations Population Fund

Youth-led anti-corruption movement surges in The Gambia - Peoples DispatchYouth-led anti-corruption movement surges in The Gambia  Peoples Dispatch

Gambia’s transitional justice experience: Opportunities and lessons for a closer partnership between the AU and UN Peacebuilding Architecture - Amani AfricaGambia’s transitional justice experience: Opportunities and lessons for a closer partnership between the AU and UN Peacebuilding Architecture  Amani Africa

At least seven dead, dozens missing as migrant boat capsizes off The Gambia - Al JazeeraAt least seven dead, dozens missing as migrant boat capsizes off The Gambia  Al Jazeera

Seven dead, dozens missing after boat bound for Canary Islands capsizes in Gambia - BBCSeven dead, dozens missing after boat bound for Canary Islands capsizes in Gambia  BBC

From stigma to strength: Healing the wounds of witch-hunt victims in The Gambia - ohchrFrom stigma to strength: Healing the wounds of witch-hunt victims in The Gambia  ohchr

Water at Our Doorstep: Women Leading Change in Rural Gambia - African Development Bank GroupWater at Our Doorstep: Women Leading Change in Rural Gambia  African Development Bank Group

In the Gambia, legislators reject new draft constitution - ConstitutionNetIn the Gambia, legislators reject new draft constitution  ConstitutionNet

The Gambia concludes a 4-day visit to Uganda as part of the CCAFRICA transition process - Food and Agriculture OrganizationThe Gambia concludes a 4-day visit to Uganda as part of the CCAFRICA transition process  Food and Agriculture Organization

Cameroon's opposition leader Tchiroma Bakary in The Gambia after fleeing for his safety - BBCCameroon's opposition leader Tchiroma Bakary in The Gambia after fleeing for his safety  BBC

Murder of Deyda Hydara in the Gambia: after more than two decades of impunity, the trial of a former Junglers leader sparks hope for truth and justice - RSF.orgMurder of Deyda Hydara in the Gambia: after more than two decades of impunity, the trial of a former Junglers leader sparks hope for truth and justice  RSF.org

The Gambia: Medicines and a vital alliance against malaria - IFRCThe Gambia: Medicines and a vital alliance against malaria  IFRC

The Gambia's auditor general Momodou Ceesay removed from office by police - BBCThe Gambia's auditor general Momodou Ceesay removed from office by police  BBC

Youth in Motion: Sustaining Transitional Justice in The Gambia - Welcome to the United NationsYouth in Motion: Sustaining Transitional Justice in The Gambia  Welcome to the United Nations

Clingendael Trains Gambian Officials in Alternative Dispute Resolution - ClingendaelClingendael Trains Gambian Officials in Alternative Dispute Resolution  Clingendael

‘Cut in secret’: Gambia anti-FGM activists fear babies targeted despite ban - Al Jazeera‘Cut in secret’: Gambia anti-FGM activists fear babies targeted despite ban  Al Jazeera

The Gambia Economic Update : The Gambia Public Debt - An Achilles Heel? - World Bank BlogsThe Gambia Economic Update : The Gambia Public Debt - An Achilles Heel?  World Bank Blogs

The Gambia: Authorities must release protesters and protect their rights - ARTICLE 19 - Defending freedom of expression and information.The Gambia: Authorities must release protesters and protect their rights  ARTICLE 19 - Defending freedom of expression and information.

From stigma to strength in The Gambia - Africa Renewal (UN)From stigma to strength in The Gambia  Africa Renewal (UN)

Afreximbank to avail $75 million to Central Bank of The Gambia in a cross-currency swap - afreximbank.comAfreximbank to avail $75 million to Central Bank of The Gambia in a cross-currency swap  afreximbank.com

The Gambia expands electricity access with ECOWAS-REAP rollout - Channel AfricaThe Gambia expands electricity access with ECOWAS-REAP rollout  Channel Africa

New Director announced for MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM - The London School of Hygiene & Tropical MedicineNew Director announced for MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM  The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

Gambia Press Union and partners validate revised journalism charter - International IDEAGambia Press Union and partners validate revised journalism charter  International IDEA

New Agreement on Development Cooperation between China and The Gambia Signed by Chinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin and the Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, H.E Sering Modou Njie_ - fmprc.gov.cnNew Agreement on Development Cooperation between China and The Gambia Signed by Chinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin and the Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, H.E Sering Modou Njie_  fmprc.gov.cn

Fighting Falsehoods in The Gambia: A New Era of Verified Journalism - Welcome to the United NationsFighting Falsehoods in The Gambia: A New Era of Verified Journalism  Welcome to the United Nations

The Gambia National Assembly launches 5-year strategic plan to strengthen governance and democratic engagement - International IDEAThe Gambia National Assembly launches 5-year strategic plan to strengthen governance and democratic engagement  International IDEA

UK charity STAND opens new prosthetics centre in The Gambia - Charity Today NewsUK charity STAND opens new prosthetics centre in The Gambia  Charity Today News

Gambia switch on Ecowas power access projects countrywide - APAnews - Agence de Presse AfricaineGambia switch on Ecowas power access projects countrywide  APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine

A National Promise of Belonging: The Gambia Joins the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion - Special OlympicsA National Promise of Belonging: The Gambia Joins the Special Olympics Global Coalition for Inclusion  Special Olympics

All About Gambia - Africa.comAll About Gambia  Africa.com

Teachers for All: The Gambia - UnicefTeachers for All: The Gambia  Unicef

FGM: Outrage in The Gambia after one-month-old baby dies - BBCFGM: Outrage in The Gambia after one-month-old baby dies  BBC

From Sibanor to Charlotte: Saikouna’s Mission to Strengthen The Gambia’s Capital Market - International Finance Corporation (IFC)From Sibanor to Charlotte: Saikouna’s Mission to Strengthen The Gambia’s Capital Market  International Finance Corporation (IFC)

UNDP The Gambia Launches the 2025 Global Human Development Report: A Call to Expand Choices and Harness AI for Inclusive Growth - United Nations Development ProgrammeUNDP The Gambia Launches the 2025 Global Human Development Report: A Call to Expand Choices and Harness AI for Inclusive Growth  United Nations Development Programme

Gambia’s President Barrow inaugurates ECOWAS funded infrastructures - The Sierra Leone TelegraphGambia’s President Barrow inaugurates ECOWAS funded infrastructures  The Sierra Leone Telegraph

Chinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin Meets with Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, H.E Sering Modou Njie_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin Meets with Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, H.E Sering Modou Njie_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Women at the heart of The Gambia’s democratic transition - Institute of Development StudiesWomen at the heart of The Gambia’s democratic transition  Institute of Development Studies

Economic mission to Senegal and The Gambia - CredendoEconomic mission to Senegal and The Gambia  Credendo

Chinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin Attends the Closing Ceremony of the First Overseas Medical and Health Management Training Program in The Gambia_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin Attends the Closing Ceremony of the First Overseas Medical and Health Management Training Program in The Gambia_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Gambians Break the Silence on Sexual Violence in ICTJ-Held Community Dialogues - International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)Gambians Break the Silence on Sexual Violence in ICTJ-Held Community Dialogues  International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)

Myanmar tells World Court Gambia has not proven Rohingya genocide case - ReutersMyanmar tells World Court Gambia has not proven Rohingya genocide case  Reuters

A 'sea war' brews off Gambia as desperate local fishermen attack foreign vessels, and each other - AP NewsA 'sea war' brews off Gambia as desperate local fishermen attack foreign vessels, and each other  AP News

King’s Baton Relay in The Gambia - Commonwealth SportKing’s Baton Relay in The Gambia  Commonwealth Sport

Journalists from Gambia, Guinea Bissau trained on open-source intelligence to combat disinformation - UNESCOJournalists from Gambia, Guinea Bissau trained on open-source intelligence to combat disinformation  UNESCO

The battle to preserve Gambia's marine ecosystem - DW.comThe battle to preserve Gambia's marine ecosystem  DW.com

Investing in rural people in The Gambia - IFADInvesting in rural people in The Gambia  IFAD

Chinese Embassy in The Gambia Hosts the 10th China-Gambia Bantaba Themed “Up and Out of Poverty: Chinese Experience and Global Endeavor”_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Embassy in The Gambia Hosts the 10th China-Gambia Bantaba Themed “Up and Out of Poverty: Chinese Experience and Global Endeavor”_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Japan-Gambia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Gambia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

State Department Expands Visa Bond Pilot Program to Include The Gambia - OgletreeState Department Expands Visa Bond Pilot Program to Include The Gambia  Ogletree

“THE GIRL I AM, THE CHANGE I LEAD.” UNICEF Gambia’s Statement for the 2025 International Day of the Girl - Unicef“THE GIRL I AM, THE CHANGE I LEAD.” UNICEF Gambia’s Statement for the 2025 International Day of the Girl  Unicef

Chinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin Pays a Courtesy Call on H.E. Vice President Muhammed B.S Jallow - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Gambia Liu Jin Pays a Courtesy Call on H.E. Vice President Muhammed B.S Jallow  fmprc.gov.cn

Courtesy Call on Prime Minister ISHIBA Shigeru by H.E. Mr. Muhammad B. S. JALLOW, Vice-President of the Republic of The Gambia - mofa.go.jpCourtesy Call on Prime Minister ISHIBA Shigeru by H.E. Mr. Muhammad B. S. JALLOW, Vice-President of the Republic of The Gambia  mofa.go.jp

Chinese Embassy in The Gambia Holds a Reception Celebrating the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Embassy in The Gambia Holds a Reception Celebrating the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Barrow announces 90% electricity coverage, targets universal access by 2026 - The Point.gmBarrow announces 90% electricity coverage, targets universal access by 2026  The Point.gm

Presidential aspirant Waan calls on Gambians to join Change Front Political Movement - The Point.gmPresidential aspirant Waan calls on Gambians to join Change Front Political Movement  The Point.gm

‘Democracy is not measured only by holding of elections…’ - The Point.gm‘Democracy is not measured only by holding of elections…’  The Point.gm

Yahya Jammeh's assets: Gambia's President Barrow announces investigation - BBCYahya Jammeh's assets: Gambia's President Barrow announces investigation  BBC

NCCE & partners sign "HOPE" project to enhance civic awareness ahead of December polls - The Point.gmNCCE & partners sign "HOPE" project to enhance civic awareness ahead of December polls  The Point.gm

1st human Rift Valley fever case reported in The Gambia: Media account - Outbreak News Today1st human Rift Valley fever case reported in The Gambia: Media account  Outbreak News Today

Gambia develops teaching modules on hate speech, fact-checking - UNESCOGambia develops teaching modules on hate speech, fact-checking  UNESCO

In My Own Words: Dr. Jawara’s Global Surgery Elective Rotation to The Gambia - University of Wisconsin–MadisonIn My Own Words: Dr. Jawara’s Global Surgery Elective Rotation to The Gambia  University of Wisconsin–Madison

How the WHO Leaves Poor Countries Exposed to Dangerous Indian Drugs - Pulitzer CenterHow the WHO Leaves Poor Countries Exposed to Dangerous Indian Drugs  Pulitzer Center

WHO hands over two ambulances and oxygen equipment to strengthen emergency referrals in The Gambia - WHO | Regional Office for AfricaWHO hands over two ambulances and oxygen equipment to strengthen emergency referrals in The Gambia  WHO | Regional Office for Africa

President pardons 56 inmates at Mile Two prison - The Point.gmPresident pardons 56 inmates at Mile Two prison  The Point.gm

The Gambia: Unleashing investment potential for sustainable development - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)The Gambia: Unleashing investment potential for sustainable development  UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

US Trial Against Gambian Accused of Torture - Human Rights WatchUS Trial Against Gambian Accused of Torture  Human Rights Watch