Ousainou Darboe
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.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Gambia | 4 | 8.00 | 1.43% | +10% | 2,416,668 | 37,976 | $1,800 | 28$ |
| Totals | 4 | 2,416,668 | 37,976 | $1,800 | 28$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Gambia:
Ousainou Darboe was elected as the UDP 2026 flagbearer.
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Gambia:
Ousainou Darboe emerged as the UDP's standard-bearer for the 2026 presidential election after a contested internal selection.
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Gambia:
Ousainou Darboe is a veteran politician and party leader of the UDP, deeply involved in Gambian politics since the party's founding.
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Gambia:
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe is the Party Leader of the United Democratic Party who extended condolences to Alhagie Dembo Bojang's family.
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Gambia:
Ousainou Darboe declared that the 2026 race is a must-win battle for democratic survival.
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Gambia:
UDP leader Ousainou Darboe publicly condemned the government's decision regarding Tambadou.
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Gambia:
Mr. Darboe claimed that the 2024 draft constitution does not reflect the 'will of the Gambian people.'
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Gambia:
Ousainou Darboe criticises Barrow’s State of the Nation Address and discusses the UDP's democratic processes.
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Gambia:
Mayor Bensouda assured his loyalty and support to Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, emphasizing his sacrifices for the party.
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Gambia:
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe received some UDP supporters at his office and advised them on unity within the party.
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