CA Country Anthems

Gambia National Anthem History

For The Gambia Our Homeland

For The Gambia, Our Homeland" was adopted as the national anthem upon the nation's independence in 1965. Its music adapts a traditional Mandinka song, with lyrics penned by Virginia Julia Howe.

Gambia For The Gambia Our Homeland

Gambia

Language
English
Anthem
For The Gambia Our Homeland
Duration
1:20
Status
Today, "For The Gambia, Our Homeland" remains the official national anthem of The Gambia.

History timeline

  1. Prior to 1965

    A traditional Mandinka song, "Foday Kaba Dumbuya," served as the musical inspiration.

  2. Prior to 1965

    Jeremy Frederic Howe adapted the traditional Mandinka music for the anthem's melody.

  3. Prior to 1965

    Virginia Julia Howe composed the lyrics for "For The Gambia, Our Homeland."

  4. 1965

    The Gambia achieved independence from colonial rule.

  5. Feb 18, 1965

    The newly composed "For The Gambia, Our Homeland" was officially adopted as the national anthem.

The Gambia is an English-speaking nation uniquely situated in the heart of predominantly French-speaking West Africa.