THE GAMBIA
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About The Gambia
Page Last Updated: 04/06/2026
The Gambia, a small country on the west coast of Africa, is known for its vibrant culture and scenic landscapes along the Gambia River. Africa HR Solutions assists businesses in entering The Gambia without the need to establish a local entity, offering streamlined employee onboarding and ensuring punctual, compliant payroll management. This allows companies to operate efficiently and effectively in The Gambia, focusing on growth while we manage the HR complexities.
Population: 2.72 M
Gross Domestic Product (GDP): $2.69 B
GDP Growth: 6.2%
Inflation: 15.1%
Foreign Direct Investment (% of GDP): 10.58%
Unemployment Rate: 4.26%
Capital: Banjul
Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Languages: English
The Gambia Payroll at a Glance
Currency
Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Income Tax
0%-25%
Employer Taxes
10%
Employee Contribution
5%
Fiscal Year
1 January - 31 December
Date Format
dd/mm/yyyy
Interesting Facts About Gambia
- The Gambia is a presidential republic. The President is both the head of state and the head of government.
- The Gambia gained its independence from the United Kingdom on February 18, 1965.
- The Gambia’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, tourism, and remittances. Major crops include peanuts (groundnuts), rice, millet, and maize.
- Tourism is a significant industry in The Gambia, attracting visitors with its beautiful beaches, wildlife, and cultural heritage. The coastal resorts are particularly popular.
- The Gambia has a rich cultural heritage with traditional music, dance, and storytelling playing important roles. The kora, a 21-string lute-bridge-harp, is a traditional musical instrument.
Public Holidays in Gambia
- New Year
- Independence Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Africa Day
- Lailat al-Qadr
- Eid al-Fitr
- Assumption of Mary
- Eid al-Adha
- Ashura
- The Prophet’s Birthday
- Christmas Day
While the content presented on this webpage is accurate as of the time of publication, it is imperative to recognise that the content is provided solely for informational purposes and does not constitute legal and/or tax advice. To obtain the most current and precise guidance, it is essential to verify specific details related to employment or compliance with our experts or consult your own legal and/or tax advisor(s). Africa HR Solutions Ltd. explicitly does not offer legal or tax advice. The information provided is general in nature, not tailored to a specific company or workforce, and does not reflect the service delivery of Africa HR Solutions in any given jurisdiction. Africa HR Solutions makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of this information and disclaims any liability arising out of or in connection with it, including any loss resulting from the use of or reliance on the information.
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