The Gambia gained its independence from the UK in 1965. Between
1982 and 1989 it formed a short-lived federation of Senegambia
with Senegal; the two nations signed a friendship and cooperation
treaty in 1992. A military coup in 1994 overthrew the president
and banned political activity, but a new 1996 constitution and
presidential elections, followed by parliamentary balloting in
1997, have completed a return to civilian rule.
This collection of interent sources provides access to websites
of selected governmental and non-governmental organizations involved
in economic and social development programs in The Gambia. Included
are international, regional, national, and local organizations.
Although selective, inclusion of a site by no means constitutes
endorsement by either the African and Middle Eastern Division
or the Area Studies Directorate of the Library of Congress. Every
source listed here was successfully tested before being added
to the list. Users, however, should be aware that a successful
connection may sometimes require several attempts.
For Library of Congress contact information and additional reference
and research materials on The Gambia consult the Library's African
Section The
Gambia Country web page.
Background
Notes. U.S. Department of State (http://www.state.gov/www/regions/africa/index.html)
‘Background Notes provide information on US relations with African nations,
political and economic trends, and travel advisories.'
Country studies (http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/cshome.html)
On-line version of print copy editions of books in the Country Studies Series,
providing a description of the social, economic, and political systems and institutions
of the countries of sub-Saharan Africa and other regions of the world (series
does not cover all countries/regions).
Flag of The Republic of the Gambia (http://www.flags.net/GAMB.htm)
Gambia Resource Page (http://www.africanculture.dk/gambia/)
‘A rich depository of information on the politics, economy, history and
culture of The Gambia.'
The Gambia (http://www.countryreports.org/gambia.htm)
Provides a country profile, the national anthem and national pledge of The Republic
of the Gambia.
New Africa.com (http://www.newafrica.com)
Provides general news and a country profile of The Gambia.
World Factbook.
U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.htmlgeos/ga.html)
Provides a map and information on the geography, people, government, and economy
of The Gambia. |