The Association’s new website brings industry publications, statistics, banking explainers, financial-literacy guides, an events calendar and a secure member portal together in one place for the public, the media and member banks.
The Gambia Bankers’ Association
The collective voice of the banking industry in The Gambia
Representing member banks, informing policy and building public trust in a safe, inclusive and modern financial system.
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Announcement
Secure member portal introduced for member institutions
Member banks now have access to a secure portal for restricted notices and documents. Accounts are issued by the Secretariat to staff nominated by each member institution, and there is no public sign-up.
ReadOfficial statement
Advisory: your bank will never ask for your PIN, password or one-time passcode
Banks will never ask you to share your PIN, online banking password or one-time passcode by phone, text, email or message. Anyone who asks is attempting fraud. End the contact and call your bank on a number you trust.
ReadAnnouncement
Financial-literacy resource centre now available
A new financial-literacy resource centre offers free, plain-language guides on saving, budgeting, choosing where to keep money, borrowing, interest and fees, digital safety, remittances and making a complaint.
ReadIndustry advocacy
Position Paper: Enabling Secure and Interoperable Digital Payments
The industry's considered view on the principles that should guide the development of digital payments in The Gambia, covering interoperability, common standards, fraud controls, consumer protection and inclusion, with recommendations for policymakers.
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Financial inclusion
Widening access to formal banking services for households and small businesses.
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Digital transformation
Secure, interoperable digital payments and resilient banking infrastructure.
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Regulatory engagement
Constructive, evidence-based dialogue with regulators and government.
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Consumer confidence
Financial literacy, fair treatment of customers and protection against fraud.
Membership
Our member banks
Knowledge hub
Latest publications
Financial-literacy guide
Your First Bank Account: A Practical Guide
A plain-language guide for people opening their first bank account: choosing the right account, the documents typically needed, fees and terms to ask about, using cards and digital banking safely, and keeping good records.
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Guidance Note: Recognising and Preventing Authorised Push Payment Fraud
Guidance for member banks and their staff on authorised push payment fraud, in which customers are deceived into sending money to fraudsters, covering common typologies, red flags, staff interventions, customer messaging and reporting.
Policy / position paper
Position Paper: Enabling Secure and Interoperable Digital Payments
The industry's considered view on the principles that should guide the development of digital payments in The Gambia, covering interoperability, common standards, fraud controls, consumer protection and inclusion, with recommendations for policymakers.
Training resource
Cybersecurity Essentials for Bank Staff
A training module on the everyday security practices expected of all bank staff: recognising phishing and social engineering, using strong passwords and multi-factor authentication, keeping devices secure, reporting incidents and protecting customer data.
Events & training
Building skills across the industry
AML/CFT and compliance
Practical training on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and regulatory compliance.
Risk management
Sound frameworks to identify, measure and manage the risks banks face.
Cybersecurity and fraud prevention
Protecting banks and their customers from digital threats and fraud.
Customer service and conduct
Delivering service that is fair, clear and respectful at every point of contact.
Credit analysis and lending
Sound lending decisions that support households and businesses.
Leadership and management
Developing the next generation of leaders in banking.
Stay informed
Statements, publications, guides and events from the Association.
Member portal
Restricted notices, documents and member services.
Contact the Secretariat
General, events, membership and data enquiries.
Media enquiries
Statements, press resources and media contacts.