According to the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, the trade deficit in dalasi terms is 44 billion dalasi. This is more than the estimated expenditure in 2024 which is 39 billion dalasi. The Gambia is therefore relying on its imports to exist.
How to build a self reliant economy is what all governments of The Gambia have to address if they are fit for purpose.
Foroyaa will follow the debate at the National Assembly on the way forward for the building of a self reliant economy for The Gambia.
