The United States Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, Rashad Hussain, today met with the President of the Republic of The Gambia, Adama Barrow at State House. Ambassador Hussain is in the country for a one-day official visit, meeting with members of civil

We are hiring a Motor Pool Supervisor. Operating within the General Services Office (GSO), this role entails overseeing all Motor Pool unit employees. The Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the utilization and upkeep of motor vehicles, as well as managing chauffeur

The President of The Gambia Press Union, Muhammed S. Bah, has been selected by the U.S. Embassy in Banjul to participate in the prestigious IVLP in the United States under the Edward R. Murrow Program on New and Traditional Broadcast Media.

This program will allow…

We are seeking a USAID Project Management Specialist for the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) in The Gambia, serving as the key contact for USAID/Senegal/Sahel Regional Office on malaria-related issues. Collaborating closely with USAID and CDC staff, the Specialist oversees…

Eid Mubarak, Gambia! 
On this blessed occasion of Eid-al-Fitr, we, at the United States Embassy in Banjul, send warm greetings to Gambians at home and abroad. Eid is a time for Muslims across the globe to reflect on the fasting period, embracing values of thankfulness,…

The U.S. Embassy in Banjul will be closed on Wednesday, April 10 and Thursday, April 11, 2024, for Eid-al-Fitr. Normal operations will resume on Friday, April 12, 2024. Wishing a blessed Eid to all celebrating.

I was honored to meet Fatou Baldeh from the Gambia & Agather Atuhair from Uganda, both recipients of this year’s International Women of Courage Award. They exemplify the ingenuity and courage of African women leaders steadfastly pursuing justice and equality, inspiring us all.

Happy International Women’s Day to the women of The Gambia and around the world!

As we observe this important day, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting the well-being, advancement, and empowerment of Gambian women and girls. The United States remains dedicated to the…

U.S. Secretary of State Recognizes Fatou Baldeh at 2024 International Women of Courage Awards

Banjul, The Gambia - On March 4, at 16:30 GMT, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, along with the First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden, will host the annual International…

U.S. Embassy Banjul and I were honored to help kick off the Gambia-ECOWAS Joint Technical Committee to create the hybrid court with ECOWAS Amb. French and Ministry of Justice Jallow! Now time to get to work!

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has become aware of a third-party effort on various social media and messaging platforms falsely representing itself as associated with USAID in The Gambia.
USAID is not associated with this entity and does not have…

Happy 59th Independence Anniversary to The Gambia! The U.S. Embassy in Banjul joins friends and partners of The Gambia worldwide in celebrating this special milestone. Here's to a joyous and memorable 59th independence celebration!

Ambassador Sharon Cromer recently hosted our 2023 MandelaWshFellowship Cohort to a closing luncheon at the Fajara Garden. These inspiring fellows, including Cherno Gaye, Abdoulie Conteh, Rose Coker, Kadijah Bokum, Omar Cham, Saffiatou Nyang, Sainabou Drammeh, Saikou Suwareh Jabai, and…

Ambassador Sharon L. Cromer, recently helped launch the McGovern-Dole Food for Education program in The Gambia, marking the start of the $28.5 million McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program by the United States Department of Agriculture. The…

Partnering with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, we welcome proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund from potential partners committed to aiding refugees in The Gambia. This funding opportunity targets key gaps in refugee protection

Apply Now For Our PD Grants
Our annual Public Diplomacy grants, which have empowered numerous Gambian startups, individuals, organizations, and entrepreneurs, are now available for application. Check out this link gm.usembassy.gov/public-diploma… for details on our funding priorities,…

Opportunity For Gambian Research Scholars!
We are pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2024-25 Fulbright African Research Scholar Program (ARSP).

This program offers university faculty and research institute professionals the opportunity to conduct research in