Banjul

In April 1816 Tumani Bojang, King of Kombo, ceded Banjul Island to the British commandant Alexander Grant. Grant set up a garrison and trading post to control the estuary and suppress the slave trade. The island was ren…

1 Arch 22 (at the end of Independence Drive). Gives good views over Banjul city. The gate is 35 m tall and the centre of an open square. It houses a textile museum. D200. 2 The Gambia National Museum, Independence Driv…

In 1651, Banjul was leased by the Duke of Courland and Semigallia (German: Herzog von Kurland und Semgallen) from the King of Kombo, as part of the Curonian colonization. On 23 April 1816, Tumani Bojang, the King of Kom…

Banjul (UK: , US: ), officially the City of Banjul, is the capital city of The Gambia. The city of Banjul is located on St Mary's Island (Banjul Island), which is in the Gambia River where it enters the Atlantic Ocean. …

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Banjul…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Banjul r…

The weekend is coming and the question is the same as always: what shall we do? Got an idea for a day trip, a concert or simply a lovely afternoon in Banjul? Drop your tips in the comments!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Banjul, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Banjul, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

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Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…