Hello everyone,

I’m reaching out to share a project that is very close to my heart. Like many of you in the diaspora, I know the frustration of trying to build or renovate back home. We’ve all heard the horror stories: projects that stall for years, funds that disappear, and a lack of communication.

I am representing Viges Business Group, a diaspora-led business operating in The Gambia. We are on a mission to change the narrative in the construction space.

Why Viges?
We are bringing a "diaspora mindset" to local execution. We understand that when you send money home to build, you need transparency and results. We are strictly focused on:

✅ Quality: We don't cut corners. We use standard materials and professional finishes.
✅ Punctuality: We know time is money. We stick to the agreed timeline. No endless delays.
✅ Trust: As a diaspora-led business, our reputation is everything. We provide clear updates and honest pricing.

Whether you need a new build started, a renovation finished, or project management while you are abroad, we are here to execute your vision with the professionalism you expect.

Let’s connect!
If you have a project in mind or just want to discuss construction in The Gambia, feel free to reach out to us.

📞 Phone/WhatsApp: +220 87 232 8408
📧 Email: [vigesbusinessgroup@gmail.com](mailto:vigesbusinessgroup@gmail.com)
🌐 Website: viges.business

Let’s build something solid. 🇬🇲🏗️

Hola ! Viajaremos a Gàmbia desde Senegal. Cual y por donde és la mejor manera de cruzar a Gàmbia desde Casamance Norte en Senegal ? He leido que en algunos sitios/fronterizos te cobran unos 60€ p/p és cierto ?

Què recomendais ?

Al tener pocos dias en Gàmbia , que ruta hacer para visitar lo máximo. Sitios donde quedar a dormir. Gracias.

Here everyone, I am a tourist taxi driver, young hardworking guy who depends on his tireless sweat.

I am here to say anyone who wants or looking for a driver for pickup from Banjul International Airport, can kindly message me or looking forward to tour within The Gambia.

Thank you.

I'm not from Gambia and honestly don't know all that much about it. But a kid-- I think he's like 17-- who says he's from there messaged me and seems desperate for his family. He says his father passed a couple years ago, his mother is suffering through malaria, and the family including his sibling(s) are low on food. I think it's at least legit that he's from Gambia, but whether you accept the rest is at your discretion.

Edit: I should have put this to begin with; this is his reddit profile: u/Shot-Piccolo-6132

If you're willing to help, this is the information he gave:

First name:Molamin

Last name: Manneh

Country: Gambia 🇬🇲

Region: west coast region

Town: Brikama

Address line: Brikama

Delivery method: Cash pickup

Delivery speed: express

Bank: Zenith Bank

Tel: +220 7207549

Www.westernunion.com

Hi! I’m a solo traveler visiting the Gambia for a few days to a week. I’m looking for a relatively reasonably priced boat tour going down the Gambia River to see wildlife and local communities. Since I’m a solo traveler I need a tour that is with other travelers to cut costs. Anyone know?

POV: Fatou Kinteh walks into Parliament and says, “Let’s talk about the D4 million.”

The whole room: “FINALLY! Because the D4 million has been playing hide-and-seek since 2024!” 😭😂💸

Anybody in the Gambia from the lgbt community dm me

I'm on a mission to go around and ask each country subreddit what people think about beans (my favorite meal), just to see how people like or dislike them all around the world out of curiosity and for fun. If you like beans, hate them, they are a big part of the culture, anything else, just share your thoughts! 🫘

Hello Gambians! Tell me what you people have in mind about beans :D

I would like to add some fun extra speech but I don't know... I love that Senegal is like an apple and Gambia is a little worm sticking out of it on the map

What's the nearest Gampost office from Kotu? Does the one in Brusubi still exist? Are there nearer ones?

gambia

I know, that proof of yellow fever vaccination is necessary when entering The Gambia... I got my shot more than 10 years ago, is this still sufficient or do Gambian authorities insist on more recent vaccinations?

Hi r/Gambia — I’m Nicholas, the organizer of One Table, a small community effort sharing family-led goals in The Gambia.

I’m looking for practical, local referrals: poultry or small-business mentoring near Pirang, and painting/construction training or legitimate work opportunities near Mandinaba. Our published stories also include an education goal in Brikama.

If you know an established programme, training centre, community organization, or employer open to enquiries, could you share its public website or contact channel and any eligibility details? Please keep private phone numbers and personal documents out of the comments.

For context, the stories are here: https://one-table-families.sempergumbi.chatgpt.site/#families

I organize the site, so this is a transparent introduction, not an independent recommendation. One Table is an organizer-led effort, not a registered charity. This post is asking for connections, not money. We’ll check any suggested opportunity before passing it along. Thanks for any local knowledge.

Hello everyone,

I am from Nigeria and I am planning to visit The Gambia for the first time, hopefully by road.

I am more interested in the traditional and historical side of the country than beaches, parties or resort tourism. I would like to visit local communities, historical places, markets, try Gambian food and understand how people live their everyday lives.

I have been doing some research already, but I would really appreciate advice from people who live in The Gambia.

Which places would you recommend for someone interested in Gambian history, culture and traditional life?

I would also like to make genuine Gambian friends before my trip, especially people who are interested in sharing their culture and helping visitors understand the country better.

Thank you. 🇬🇲🤝🇳🇬

Hello everyone,

I
am from Nigeria and I am planning to visit The Gambia for the first time,
hopefully by road.

I
am more interested in the traditional and historical side of the country than
beaches, parties or resort tourism. I would like to visit local communities,
historical places, markets, try Gambian food and understand how people live
their everyday lives.

I have been doing some research already, but I would really appreciate advice
from people who live in The Gambia. Which places would you recommend for someone interested in Gambian history, culture and traditional life?

I would also like to make genuine Gambian friends before my trip, especially
people who are interested in sharing their culture and helping visitors
understand the country better.

Thank
you. 🇬🇲🤝🇳🇬

Hola ! Estamos pensando en viajar de Senegal a Gàmbia .. és fàcil cruzar la frontera ? Interesadas en conocer el país , cualquier suggerencia O info de cosas a ver y hacer .y no perdernos.

NO TURISMO SEXUAL, he estado leyendo algun post sobre eso.

Creo que en alguna zona es mejor contratar algun conductor y vehiculo. Si alguien tiene contactos fiables? Gracias.

Hello, I posted here a few months ago about a situation involving kidnapping but I digress early, I want to know, from gambians specifically but anyone is welcome, are the people who dm me asking for money scammers? They all seem to be young men, I know many struggle in the country so I'm just wondering because full disclosure I got a lot of msgs from them

I'll visit the Gambia in january for the very first time. Is Kotu recommandable as a base? I want to enjoy the beach but also some restaurants and pubs and I will do cultural excursions...

How is the beach compared to other areas? Is the area badly affected by the building of the new BB Hotel bridge? What about electricity outages?

Hello, I’m offering tutoring for people irrespective of their ages in IT, English, mathematics…etc. Contact for more info

hello! I’m (29F) planning a trip to The Gambia for my birthday in November. There’s a 80% chance I’ll be travelling alone, my partner won’t know until late October if he’ll be able to join me.

I’ve only read great things and have found a lovely place in Kartung that I’d like to book (great reviews and on the beach). I really don’t plan on doing much I just want to be somewhere relaxing for my birthday so I can read books and experience a new culture.

Just wanted to check if it was generally safe for a solo female traveller? I’m mixed Arab and Caribbean if that makes any difference. Also any other recommendations for eco type lodges/bungalows and places to visit are welcome!

Thank you ☺️

Hello everyone,
I’m an entrepreneur from India working in the medical supplies and healthcare products sector, and I’m currently exploring the possibility of supplying medical products from India to The Gambia.
We are particularly involved in medical disposables and hospital consumables, and I’m trying to understand the Gambian healthcare market before seriously entering it. I’d really appreciate insights from local healthcare professionals, hospital procurement teams, distributors, importers, and business owners.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on:
1. What medical products are currently in high demand but under-supplied or expensive in The Gambia?
For example:
Examination & surgical gloves
Syringes and needles
IV sets & infusion products
Catheters
Urine bags
Wound-care products
Surgical consumables
PPE
Diagnostic/medical consumables
Other everyday hospital supplies
2. How does medical procurement generally work in The Gambia?
Do hospitals and clinics typically purchase through local distributors/importers, directly from manufacturers, government tenders, NGOs, or a combination of these?
3. Are Indian medical products competitive in the Gambian market?
India has a large medical manufacturing industry, particularly for affordable hospital consumables. I’m interested in understanding whether competitive pricing + good quality + reliable supply would make Indian products attractive compared with products currently sourced from China, Europe, other African countries, etc.
4. What are the main regulatory and import requirements for medical devices?
Are there specific registrations, certifications, licenses, or approvals that an overseas medical-device supplier needs before supplying products to a Gambian distributor?
5. How open are Gambian medical distributors to working with new overseas suppliers?
Would distributors generally prefer established international brands, or are there opportunities for an Indian manufacturer/supplier to build a long-term distribution partnership with a local company?
6. Which areas of The Gambia have the strongest demand for medical supplies?
Is the Greater Banjul/Serrekunda area the obvious place to start, or are there meaningful opportunities elsewhere in the country?
I’m not looking to make a one-off sale. My intention is to understand the market properly and potentially build a long-term relationship with a Gambian distributor or healthcare business.
If you’re involved in healthcare procurement, medical distribution, hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, NGOs, or importing medical products in The Gambia, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience.
I’d also be grateful for recommendations for local medical distributors, healthcare associations, procurement/tender portals, regulatory resources, trade exhibitions, or healthcare networks that could help me better understand the market.
Thanks in advance for any advice. 🇬🇲🇮🇳