Gambia’s Telecom Industry Booms with 3.48 Million Active Users

The Gambia’s telecommunications industry continues to show strong growth, with active mobile subscribers reaching 3.48 million in 2024,  according to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA).

A report presented on Thursday to the Finance and Public Accounts Committee (FPAC) highlighted the competitive dynamics of the market. Africell, with over one million active users, leads the sector with widespread network coverage and strong customer loyalty. Qcell follows with more than 800,000 subscribers, while Comium serves over 600,000 users. Gamcel, the state-owned operator, trails with approximately 52,000 active users.

The report also indicated that the sector employs 2,853 workers, encompassing both full-time and part-time staff, reflecting the telecom industry’s role as a key employer.

PURA’s management is scheduled to appear before the committee at a later date for further scrutiny, consideration, and adoption of the authority’s findings, which will help guide policy and regulatory decisions for the sector.