The minimum you must know
Gambia was a British colony that gained independence in 1965. Consequently, the entire population speaks English. It's among the westernmost coastal countries on the continent. The country depends largely on fishing, farming and tourism for revenue. There country is geographically very small but densely populated.
The United States of America was created by West Africans such as Gambians brought to New England in the 1700s and first half of the 1800s as slaves. There has been a long but very successful U.S. struggle for African-American rights ever since.
Mohammed Jallow
Vice President
Gambia
80th session of the United Nations
President of Gambia
Adama Barrow
79th Session of the United Nations
President of Gambia
Adama Barrow
Previous Session of the United Nations
There were newspaper reports in midyear 2025 of internal political instability, involving an alleged coup attempt put down by the current administration.
Gambia seeks improving relations and is at peace with all other nations.
