Ousainou Darboe
GambiapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%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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Ousainou Darboe stepping down from UDP leadership is about as likely as a goat becoming carnivore.
The UDP, a party at the crossroads and how not to pass the batonGambia· 2026-06-19
Opposition leader Ousainou Darboe is mentioned in the context of President Barrow's remarks.
Presidential aspirant petitions Barrow, Darboe, asks IEC to actGambia· 2026-03-02
Ousainou Darboe is the leader of the United Democratic Party and is committed to improving water supply in Gambia.
UDP gov’t to provide nationwide water supply after victoryGambia· 2025-12-22
Ousainou Darboe raised concerns about back-way migration during a rally in Mandinaba.
Darboe links back-way migration to poor governance, pities lives being lost in SeaGambia· 2025-12-19Ousainou Darboe is the leader of the UDP and has outlined his government's plans for the budget and agricultural sector in Gambia.
UDP gov’t to review Gambia’s budget in first-three-month of office – Darboe saysGambia· 2025-12-17Ousainou Darboe is currently on a nationwide tour for the 2026 Presidential flagbearership, engaging with Gambians and urging them to vote for the UDP.
Darboe urges Gambians to vote UDP for responsive governance in 2026Gambia· 2025-12-15Darboe slams the illegal issuance of ID cards abroad and emphasizes the need for Gambians to have access to passports.
Darboe slams ‘illegal’ issuance of ID cards abroad, unveils vision for diasporaGambia· 2025-11-12
Ousainou Darboe is the leader of the main opposition party and secretary general of the UDP.
Calls mount for Grand Coalition Ahead of 2026 PollsGambia· 2025-11-04
Ousainou Darboe is a veteran politician who emphasized unity and his vision for a prosperous Gambia.
Darboe returns to hero’s welcome after European tourGambia· 2025-10-27
Ousainou Darboe was elected as the UDP 2026 flagbearer.
NPP congratulates Darboe on election as UDP 2026 flagbearerGambia· 2025-09-12Ousainou Darboe emerged as the UDP's standard-bearer for the 2026 presidential election after a contested internal selection.
Darboe named UDP flagbearer for 2026 presidential electionGambia· 2025-09-11
Ousainou Darboe is a veteran politician and party leader of the UDP, deeply involved in Gambian politics since the party's founding.
Gambia awaits who will lead UDP into 2026 pollsGambia· 2025-09-10
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe is the Party Leader of the United Democratic Party who extended condolences to Alhagie Dembo Bojang's family.
Tribute: Condolence message on the passing of Alhagie Dembo BojangGambia· 2025-09-01
Ousainou Darboe declared that the 2026 race is a must-win battle for democratic survival.
Minority leader: 2026 election is battle for Gambia’s democratic survivalGambia· 2025-08-05UDP leader Ousainou Darboe publicly condemned the government's decision regarding Tambadou.
Tambadou’s ditching - betrayal of the century?Gambia· 2025-07-22
Mr. Darboe claimed that the 2024 draft constitution does not reflect the 'will of the Gambian people.'
Darboe says 2024 draft doesn’t reflect will of Gambian peopleGambia· 2025-07-09
Ousainou Darboe criticises Barrow’s State of the Nation Address and discusses the UDP's democratic processes.
Darboe criticises Barrow’s State of the Nation AddressGambia· 2025-06-24
Mayor Bensouda assured his loyalty and support to Lawyer Ousainou Darboe, emphasizing his sacrifices for the party.
Bensouda speaks on high cost of cement, security issues in GambiaGambia· 2025-06-24
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe received some UDP supporters at his office and advised them on unity within the party.
Commentary: 2026 Presidential Race: Who will reach State House first?Gambia· 2025-06-17
Ousainou Darboe is a prominent political figure who expressed shock and condolences regarding the passing of Fatou Samba.
Tributes pour in for Journalist Fatou SambaGambia· 2025-06-02
The same law imprisoned Ousainou Darboe in 2016, for participating in a protest demanding justice for the late Solo Sandeng.
Silenced in Sukuta: Section 5 and The Gambia's democratic deficitGambia· 2025-05-19
Mr Darboe was mentioned as not being intimidated or coerced during the NHRC meeting.
‘No intimidation took place’, NHRC Chair responds to GPU allegationGambia· 2025-05-16
Lawyer Ousainou Darboe is mentioned as a principled leader who faced imprisonment and persecution.
Essa Faal writes to President Adama BarrowGambia· 2025-05-12
Ousainou Darboe, Bensouda’s political godfather and UDP leader, has not ruled out his own presidential ambitions for 2026.
Mayor Bensouda hints on broader political ambitionGambia· 2025-04-30