Gambia country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (PT)
📍 Gambia
Theme Independence Day 2027
Gambia is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Banjul, the national observance is Independence Day on 18 February, and the national colours are red and green. The Gambia became independent on 18 February 1965.
Capital and region (PT)
Banjul is the capital. Gambia sits in the African time region, on the Africa/Banjul clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Thursday, 18 February 2027. The Gambia became independent on 18 February 1965. Locally it is called Independence Day. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are red and green. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Gambia?
The capital is Banjul.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Thursday, 18 February 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and green.
What does the national day mark?
The Gambia became independent on 18 February 1965.
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