In Brikama, Gambia, drivers raise their fares
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Foroyaa
Illustrative image · Mwakapila Victor · Pexels · Licence PexelsDuring the nomination period for the presidential election of 5 December 2026, fares at the Brikama park have risen sharply: 100 dalasis were demanded for Serekunda instead of the usual 35, according to Foroyaa. Commuters are calling for police intervention against these increases.
In Brikama, Gambia, shared taxi drivers have raised their fares. According to Fatou Gibba, a trader at the Serekunda market, drivers at the Brikama car park were asking 100 dalasis to reach Serekunda, against a usual fare of 35 dalasis; she says she ultimately paid 75 dalasis, according to Foroyaa. These increases come as many residents travel to the offices for nominations for the 5 December presidential election, which are being held from 3 to 14 November at the Independent Electoral Commission.
Yunus Cham, a teacher who makes the journey between Brikama and Bakau every day, says he was stuck for four hours at the car park on Monday, before arriving at school around 11.30 a.m. He explains that few commercial vehicles were available. Ms Gibba calls on the police to penalise drivers who charge illegal fares. After 4 p.m., pupils also said they had to pay more than they had on them.
