Gambia Presidential Election 2011
ECOWAS refused to observe the election, citing intimidation and an uneven playing field.
Gambia Presidential Election 2016
Historic upset; Adama Barrow defeated Jammeh, who initially conceded but then refused, prompting ECOWAS military intervention.
Gambia Presidential Election 2026
Scheduled 5-year cycle; Barrow attempting to reset democratic trajectory after periods of authoritarian drift.
Gambia Legislative Election 2027
Scheduled 5-year cycle under the National People’s Party (NPP).
Gambia Presidential Election 1996
Yahya Jammeh transitioned from military ruler to civilian president in heavily managed polls.
Gambia Presidential Election 2001
Jammeh secured re-election utilizing systemic intimidation and state media monopolies.
