The
Gambia is in the West Coast of Africa surrounded on three sides by Senegal
and on the other by the Atlantic Ocean. It has a popularity of approximately
1.5 million people and many speak English, although the tribal languages on
Mandinka and Wollof would often be preferred. The main geographical feature
is the River Gambia which flows like an artery throughout the country. The
majority of their income comes from tourism and the sale of ground nuts, but
there is also a lively fishing industry as the picture below shows. In terms
of wealth our Link has helped to remind us that there are many different facets
to this word. Financially they would be described as poor and their schools
for instance are in desperate need of resources. But they are wealthy in other
ways, in community and culture to name but two and we want to affirm that
we have as much to receive as well as to give from this Link.
About the Gambia
Bakau is on the coast
and is something of a resort as well as a thriving local community with
markets, shops and homes. As many of us have experienced, a visit to Bakau
is an occasion that will inspire and challenge you in many different ways.
