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. General Information
on The Gambia .
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At only 6 hours flying time from the
UK, and with virtually guaranteed sunshine, The Gambia is an ideal all
year round holiday destination.
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Geography

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- Situated on the West Coast of Africa 13 28 N, 16 34 W, The Gambia
is one of the smallest countries in Africa with a total land area of
just 11,300 sq. km.
- The Gambia shares its land boarders with Senegal and together the
two countries previously made up the Senegambia region.
- The Gambia is a predominantly flat country, reaching no more than
90m above sea level.
- The main geographical feature of the country is the River Gambia.
- The main resort areas of Senegambia, Bijilo, Cape Point, Fajara, Kotu
and Kololi can be found along the coast to the north and west of Serekunda.
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2011 Presidential Election
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His
Excellency Sheikh Professor Alhaji Dr. Yahya A.J.J. Jammeh |
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| Gambians have chosen His Excellency
Sheikh Professor Alhaji Dr. Yahya A.A.J. Jammeh, as their leader for the
next five years by giving him 72%, in the November 24th polls 2011. As announced
by the Independent Elecetoral Commission (IEC) Chairman, Alhagie Mustapha
Carayol, President-elect Alhaji Dr. Yahya Jammeh and APRC Candidate won
against his two other opponents, Independent Candidate, Hamat N.K Bah and
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe of the UPD. |
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The People & Language
The Gambian people are known for their friendliness and hospitality.
The main tribes found in The Gambia are; Mandinka, Wolof, Fula and
Jola.
Although each tribe has its own language, the official language of
The Gambia is English.
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