Geography of the Gambia careful surveying methods by the Franco-British boundary commission. Apart from its coastline, where the Gambia borders the Atlantic Ocean, it is an enclave of Senegal and is by far the smallest country on mainland Africa. The Gambia has a subtropical climate with distinct dry and rainy seasons. From November to mid-May there is uninterrupted dry weather, with temperatures as low as in Banjul and surrounding areas. Hot, humid weather predominates the rest of the year, with a rainy season from June to October; during this period, temperatures may rise as high as but are usually lower near the sea. Mean
Cabinet of the Gambia of The Gambia, a person cannot serve as a Minister in the Cabinet of The Gambia if they are a member of the National Assembly or hold the citizenship of any other country. In addition, the Attorney General must have been a member of the Gambian bar for at least five years prior to their appointment. Cabinet ministers are appointed directly by the President of The Gambia and must swear an oath before assuming the functions of their office. The office of a cabinet minister becomes vacant following the assumption of office by a new President, by the revoking of