Is Gambia a good country to live in?

As of December 2018, after 22 years of dictatorship that ended with a bloodless coup d’etat, Gambia enjoyed its second year of freedom. While the small country is still healing, poor living conditions in the Gambia are too common, especially where economic security and healthcare are concerned.

What nationality is Gambia?

The Gambia

Republic of The Gambia
Ethnic groups (2013 Census)	34.4% Mandinka 24.1% Fula 14.8% Wolof 10.5% Jola 8.2% Soninke 3.1% Serer 1.9% Manjago 1.3% Bambara 0.5% Aku Marabou 1.5% other
Demonym(s)	Gambian
Government	Unitary presidential republic
• President	Adama Barrow

What Gambia known for?

beaches
The Gambian economy is heavily dependent on peanut (groundnut) production and export. The country is known for the beaches along its small Atlantic coastline and for being home to Jufureh (Juffure), the reputed ancestral village of Kunta Kinte, the main character in Alex Haley’s well-known novel Roots.

Is Gambia French or English speaking country?

In 1981 the two countries formed a short lived confederation, which was terminated in 1989, mainly for political and linguistic reasons. The official language of The Gambia is English.

How much money do you need to move to Gambia?

Summary: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,558$ (84,105D) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 454$ (24,526D) without rent.

How do I become a Gambian?

Gambian nationality is typically obtained under the principle of jus sanguinis, born to parents with Gambian nationality. It can be granted to persons with an affiliation to the country, or to a permanent resident who has lived in the country for a given period of time through naturalisation.

Are there prostitutes in Gambia?

Prostitution in the Gambia is widespread but illegal. Most of the estimated 3,100 prostitutes in the Gambia are from Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea . Prostitution takes place on the beach, in bars and hotels on the coast. Away from the coast, prostitution mainly takes place in bars.

What is hello in Gambian?

The Gambia – Culture, Language & Religion

English	Mandika	Wolof
Hello	Asalamu Alikum	A Salamu Alikum
How are you?	Heraba / I be di?	Na Nga Def?
Good Morning	Hera Laata	Jamangen Fanaan
Good Evening	I Wuraara	Jamangen Enddu

Is Arabic spoken in Gambia?

The Gambia – Culture, Language & Religion. The Gambia is a former British Colony and the official language is English but there are also several tribal languages including Mandinka and Wolof.

How much does it cost to buy a house in Gambia?

How Much Does a House Cost in The Gambia? Expats looking to live in a city can expect to pay a range of prices for a detached home. A two-bedroom townhouse can cost about $100,000 while a five-bedroom home can cost around $350,000. Expats can buy condos and apartments for around $100,000.

How can I become a citizen of Gambia?

How long can I stay in Gambia?

Tourist travelers are typically granted a 30-day stay in The Gambia upon arrival. Travelers who stay beyond the allowed time are fined 1,000 dalasi per month of overstay on departure, payable in cash. Extensions to stays can be requested at the Department of Immigration in Banjul.

Where is the strip in Gambia?

Kololi
The primary hotels are located on “The Strip” which is a short road leading to the beach and the hotels of Senegambia and the Kairaba. The Strip is lined with restaurants and entrance is monitored by the Gambian tourist police….

Kololi
Coordinates: 13°27′N 16°43′W
Country	The Gambia
Region	Western Region

What is the average wage in The Gambia?

A person working in Gambia typically earns around 15,900 GMD per month. Salaries range from 4,020 GMD (lowest average) to 71,000 GMD (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.