Live Data
Capital
Banjul
Population
2.8 million (2024 est.)
Area
11,295 km²
Languages
English, Mandinka, Wolof, Fula, Jola
Currency
Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Timezone
Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0)
Regions
Banjul and Greater Kombo
Banjul and Greater Kombo anchors one of The Gambia's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture. Banjul is the national reference point for government, services, and onward travel.
Atlantic Coast
Atlantic Coast anchors one of The Gambia's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture.
Lower River
Lower River anchors one of The Gambia's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture.
Upper River and Inland Gambia
Upper River and Inland Gambia anchors one of The Gambia's major geographic and cultural zones, connecting local communities, transport corridors, markets, and heritage sites. Use the Pulse map alongside official sources to understand how this region fits into the wider continental picture.
🏗️Infrastructure
The Gambia's infrastructure is shaped by its geography, main trade corridors, ports, airports, border crossings, and energy systems. The Pulse map can help orient major cities and transport relationships, but official transport and utility sources should be checked for current operations.
🏥Healthcare
Urban healthcare access is strongest in the capital and major regional centers, while rural care can be limited. Visitors should carry comprehensive travel health insurance, confirm routine vaccinations, and consult the WHO country health profiles and WHO Regional Office for Africa resource before departure.
🚌Transportation
International access centers on Banjul and other major gateways, with onward travel by road, air, rail, river, or ferry depending on region. Confirm schedules directly with operators and avoid assuming rural route reliability.