Gambia
Corporate Guide

What is the legislation that governs companies in Gambia?

The primary legislation that governs companies in The Gambia is the Companies Act, 2013 (Act). It governs the incorporation, management and dissolution of companies and other connected matters. In addition to the Act, the following legislation also governs certain regulatory matters of companies: 

• Single Window Business Registration Act, 2013
• The Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency Act, 2015 
• Labour Act, 2023
• Insolvency Act, 1997

Companies operating in specific industries will also have specific legislation governing certain aspects of their operations, for instance:

• Insurance companies are governed by the Insurance Act, 2019
• Banks are governed by the Banking Act, 2009
• Non-bank financial institutions are governed by the Non-Bank Financial Institutions Act, 2019
• Communications companies and internet service providers are governed by the Information and Communications Act, 2009