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The Gambia
🏙️ Capital city:
Banjul
📈 Country population:
2.9 million
🗺️ Country area:
11,295 km²
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| Official Name | Republic of The Gambia |
| Common Name | The Gambia |
| Political Status | Sovereign unitary presidential republic |
| ISO Codes | GM, GMB, 270 |
| Internet TLD | .gm |
| Calling Code | +220 |
| Capital City | Banjul |
| Largest City | Serekunda |
| Coordinates | 13.44° N, 15.31° W |
| Time Zone | UTC+0 (Greenwich Mean Time) |
| Population (2025 est.) | ~2.9 million |
| Area | 11,295 km² |
| Population Density | ~257 per km² |
| Languages | English (official); Mandinka, Wolof, Fula, Jola |
| Currency | Gambian Dalasi (GMD) |
| Driving Side | Right |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~USD 2.5 billion |
| GDP Per Capita | ~USD 850 |
| HDI | Low |
| Life Expectancy | ~62 years |
| Continent & Subregion | Africa — West Africa |
| National Day | Independence Day (18 February) |
| National Anthem | For The Gambia Our Homeland |
Geography & Environment
- The smallest mainland country in Africa.
- Almost entirely surrounded by Senegal, with an Atlantic coastline.
- Follows the course of the Gambia River.
- Low-lying terrain with riverbanks and mangroves.
- Climate: tropical with a rainy season (June–October).
Demographics
- Population: ~2.9 million.
- Major ethnic groups: Mandinka, Fula, Wolof, Jola.
- Urban population concentrated around the Greater Banjul Area.
- Religion: Islam (majority), Christianity, traditional beliefs.
History
- Part of historic trans-Saharan and Atlantic trade routes.
- British colony from the 19th century.
- Gained independence in 1965.
- Experienced authoritarian rule from 1994–2017.
- Returned to democratic governance after 2017.
Government & Politics
- Political system: Presidential republic.
- Head of State & Government: President.
- Legislature: unicameral National Assembly.
- Administrative divisions: regions and local government areas.
Economy
- Low-income developing economy.
- Key sectors: agriculture, tourism, trade, remittances.
- Main exports: peanuts, fish products.
- Strengths: tourism and diaspora remittances.
- Weaknesses: limited resources, climate vulnerability.
Culture & Society
- Strong traditions of music, storytelling, and griot culture.
- Peaceful coexistence of religious communities.
- Hospitality (Teranga) highly valued.
Food & Cuisine
- Staple foods: rice, millet, fish.
- Traditional dishes: domoda, benachin, afra.
- Peanut-based sauces widely used.
Education & Institutions
- Education access improving nationwide.
- Major institution: University of The Gambia.
Tourism
- Important regional tourism destination.
- Attractions include beaches, river cruises, birdwatching.
- Nicknamed “The Smiling Coast of Africa”.
Practical Information
- Emergency number: 117 (police).
- Plug type: G; Voltage: 230V.
- Infrastructure strongest in coastal urban areas.
Sports, Entertainment & Notable People
- Popular sports: football, wrestling.
- Growing international football presence.
- Notable figures: Dawda Jawara, Ousainou Darboe.
Neighboring Countries of The Gambia
The Gambia is a small West African country that shares its only land border with
Senegal.
It has a total land boundary of 740 km (460 mi) with Senegal and is otherwise bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west.
Famous For
- Gambia River.
- Birdwatching.
- Peanut-based cuisine.
- “Smiling Coast of Africa”.
Sources
- World Bank
- United Nations (UN Data)
- IMF
- CIA World Factbook
- Gambia Bureau of Statistics