Gambia - Professional Employer Organization (PEO)

Banjul, known as the City of Banjul is the official capital city of Gambia. Being an administrative town, it is also where the economical and transport activities are being treated. In fact, Banjul is known for being a busy seaport with a metropolitan look. The city hides the Central bank, museums, hotels, guesthouses, commercial centers, markets, parks, religious sites and the International airport. Despite being a modest city, the locals enjoy their lifestyles. Either you’re stopping-by or an expat in Gambia, you shall enjoy visiting the area.

Currency

Gambian dalasi

Languages

English is the official language of Gambia but there are at least 10 more languages which are spoken in the country. English is mainly used for official and administration purposes.

Economy

There is little economy in Gambia. The economy relies on the agricultural side, majorly on the export of peanuts and the re-exporting of imported foreign goods to other African nations. Around 75% of the population relies on the cultivation of rice, millet, sorghum, corn, and cassava. Farming is also a common activity with the breeding of cattle, sheep and goats. The fishing industry is one of the main industrial activities in the country. The manufacturing sector is limited: soap, soft drinks, and clothing.