Investment and Related Laws

The Gambia Investment and Export Promotion Agency Act 2015 and Regulations are the main law governing investment in The Gambia. The Act and Regulations provide guidance on investing in The Gambia and clearly indicate the priority sectors for the country, guarantees to investors, investment incentives eligibility criteria, procedures, the institutional framework and answers to questions that investors usually consider in making an investment decision.

Below are other laws and regulations that impact on businesses in The Gambia:

• Environment Act 1994

• Value Added Tax Act 2012

• Business Registration Act 2004

• National Environment Management Act – NEMA 1994

• Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticide Control and Management Act 1994

• EIA Guidelines

• Environment Quality Standards Approved