Ousainou Darboe

Ousainou Darboe

politician Gambia

Ousainou Darboe is a prominent Gambian politician and the leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP). He has played a significant role in the political landscape of The Gambia, particularly in the fight for democracy and human rights. Darboe has previously served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and has been a vocal critic of the previous regime. His political legacy is marked by his commitment to advocating for the rule of law and democratic governance. Recently, he has hinted at his own presidential ambitions for the 2026 elections, potentially complicating the political dynamics within his party, especially in light of the aspirations expressed by current Mayor Bensouda.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
16,004
Power
12$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Gambia 2 6.00 0.66% +0% 2,416,668 16,004 $1,800 12$
Totals 2 2,416,668 16,004 $1,800 12$
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Recent Mentions

Gambia Gambia: UDP leader Ousainou Darboe publicly condemned the government's decision regarding Tambadou. 6

Ba Tambadou Adama Barrow Yahya Jammeh
The Point (Gambia): Tambadou’s ditching - betrayal of the century?

Gambia Gambia: Mr. Darboe claimed that the 2024 draft constitution does not reflect the 'will of the Gambian people.' 6

Adama Barrow Tombong Saidy
The Point (Gambia): Darboe says 2024 draft doesn’t reflect will of Gambian people

Gambia Gambia: Ousainou Darboe criticises Barrow’s State of the Nation Address and discusses the UDP's democratic processes. 6

Adama Barrow Ismaila Fadera
The Point (Gambia): Darboe criticises Barrow’s State of the Nation Address

Gambia Gambia: Mayor Bensouda assured his loyalty and support to Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, emphasizing his sacrifices for the party. 7

Bensouda
The Point (Gambia): Bensouda speaks on high cost of cement, security issues in Gambia

Gambia Gambia: Lawyer Ousainou Darboe received some UDP supporters at his office and advised them on unity within the party. 8

Amadou Sanneh Rohey Malick Lowe Kebba Madi Bojang Musa Joof President Barrow Essa Faal Talib Bensuda Modou Turo Darboe Essa Bokarr Sey Bakary Badjie Mama Kandeh Maimuna Baldeh
The Point (Gambia): Commentary: 2026 Presidential Race: Who will reach State House first?

Gambia Gambia: Ousainou Darboe is a prominent political figure who expressed shock and condolences regarding the passing of Fatou Samba. 7

Fatou Samba Pa Ousman Joof Adama Barrow
The Point (Gambia): Tributes pour in for Journalist Fatou Samba

Gambia Gambia: The same law imprisoned Ousainou Darboe in 2016, for participating in a protest demanding justice for the late Solo Sandeng. 3

Ebrima Bah Solo Sandeng Dave Manneh
The Point (Gambia): Silenced in Sukuta: Section 5 and The Gambia's democratic deficit

Gambia Gambia: Mr Darboe was mentioned as not being intimidated or coerced during the NHRC meeting. 6

Alieu F Joof Abubacarr Tambadou Musa Touray Mamadou Cham
The Point (Gambia): ‘No intimidation took place’, NHRC Chair responds to GPU allegation

Gambia Gambia: Lawyer Ousainou Darboe is mentioned as a principled leader who faced imprisonment and persecution. 8

Adama Barrow Ebrima Solo Sandeng Essa Mbye Faal
The Point (Gambia): Essa Faal writes to President Adama Barrow

Gambia Gambia: Ousainou Darboe, Bensouda’s political godfather and UDP leader, has not ruled out his own presidential ambitions for 2026. 7

Bensouda Adama Barrow
The Point (Gambia): Mayor Bensouda hints on broader political ambition