The Gambia: Facts & Stats
Facts
| Also Known As | Republic of the Gambia |
|---|---|
| Head Of State And Government | President: Adama Barrow |
| Capital | Banjul |
| Population | (2024 est.) 3,041,000 |
| Form Of Government | multiparty republic with one legislative house (National Assembly [531]) |
| Official Language | English |
| Official Religion | none |
| Official Name | Republic of The Gambia |
| Total Area (Sq Km) | 10,689 |
| Total Area (Sq Mi) | 4,127 |
| Monetary Unit | dalasi (D) |
| Population Rank | (2023) 139 |
| Population Projection 2030 | 3,029,000 |
| Density: Persons Per Sq Mi | (2024) 736.9 |
| Density: Persons Per Sq Km | (2024) 284.5 |
| Urban-Rural Population | Urban: (2024) 65.1% • Rural: (2024) 34.9% |
| Life Expectancy At Birth | Male: (2022) 65.8 years • Female: (2022) 69.4 years |
| Literacy: Percentage Of Population Age 15 And Over Literate | Male: (2021) 65% • Female: (2021) 51% |
| Gni (U.S.$ ’000,000) | (2023) 2,308 |
| Gni Per Capita (U.S.$) | (2023) 830 |
| 1Includes 5 appointed seats. | |
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National anthem of The Gambia
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