Gambia

Gambia is a presidential republic, located in Western Africa. Islam is the predominant religion. Its capital is Banjul. About 2.8 million people live there (2025).

Capital

Banjul

Population

2,822,093 (2025)

Region

Africa (Western Africa)

Area

11,295 km²

Demonym

Gambian

Languages

English

Form of Government

Presidential republic

Religion

Islam (96.4%)
Christianity (3.5%)
Non-religious (0.1%)

Currency

Gambian dalasi (GMD)

GDP

$2.6B (2025)