Talib Bensouda
Talib Bensouda is a prominent Gambian politician and the mayor of Banjul, the capital city of The Gambia. Known for his dedication to community cohesion and unity, Bensouda has been a vocal advocate for bringing together the diverse ethnic groups within the country. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity, earning him recognition as a 'unifier' within the Fula Community, which recently honored him with an award for his efforts in fostering harmony among Gambians.
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Talib Bensouda leads the UMC, which has shown resistance to a coalition led by Darbo.
Why the CepRass poll is not a crystal ball for an opposition victory in 2026
Gambia· 2026-02-04
Talib Bensouda proposed replacing the tour with town hall meetings, which Ceesay dismissed.
Dr Ceesay defends D52M presidential tour budgetGambia· 2025-11-21
Talib Bensouda possesses the vision, integrity, and capability to lead not only the UDP but the entire nation.
2 senior UDP figures resign, cite support for Talib Bensouda’s leadershipGambia· 2025-09-12
Talib Bensouda withdrew from the contest for the UDP leadership and resigned from his position as the UDP National Organising Secretary.
Gambia awaits who will lead UDP into 2026 pollsGambia· 2025-09-10
Mayor Bensouda was honored by the Fula Community as a 'unifier'.
Fula Community honours Mayor Talib Bensouda as unifierGambia· 2025-04-28
