Gambia

The Gambia is home to several ethnic groups, the largest the Mandinka, plus Fula, Wolof, and others. English is the official language, with local languages widely spoken.

Islam, predominantly Sunni, is the faith of the large majority, with a Christian minority.

Society

The Gambia has a young, growing population and low literacy and incomes, with many young people emigrating, often by perilous routes toward Europe.