Brikama Area Council
Brikama Area Council was established in 1965 by an act of parliament, and following the change of Government in 1994, a new Local Government Act was enacted in 2002, which gave Councils their corporate body status with perpetual succession and a common seal with power to sue and be sued in their corporate name.
The Brikama Area Council is situated in the West Coast Region of the Republic of The Gambia, with its headquarters located in Brikama Town, Kombo Central District. It is about 30 (thirty) kilometers from the capital City of Banjul.
In addition, the Brikama Area Council, which covers the whole of the West Coast Region, has a land area of 1764 square kilometers. It is divided into 9 (nine) districts, each headed by a Chief, 28 (twenty-eight) Wards, each headed by an elected Councilor, and a total of 260 (two hundred and sixty) villages headed by an Alkalou (village head).
The Council is the most populous with a total population of 699,704 according to the 2013 population and Housing Census Provisional results, thus representing 37% of the Gambia’s population, which grew by 38.35% while that of
Area Council grew by 76.60% between 2003 to 2013.
Due to its proximity to the capital city, the Brikama Area Council continues to undergo rapid urbanization.
West Coast Region
- Area: 1,764km2
- Population: 649,000
- Density: 400km2
Mission
Our vision is to create a city that shines as a beacon of unity and innovation. We envision a future where all residents, regardless of background or circumstance.
Vision
Driven by a passion for positive change, our mission is to collaborate with our residents, businesses, and organizations, fostering open dialogue and a shared sense of purpose
The Council's Core Values
ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION-
Promoting sound policies that preserve and promote sustainable use and management of our natural resources
COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE
as a public service provider, the council adheres to the highest level of dedication to serving the public interest
INTEGRITY
As public servants, the council is committed to carry out its duties and functions in the most honest and professional manner
INTEGRITY
As public servants, the council is committed to carry out its duties and functions in the most honest and professional manner
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Strict adherence to the law and principles of good corporate governance and practice
EMPOWERMENT
Promoting gender equality and empowerment of women, youth and differently-able persons.
PARTICIPATION
Upholding the right of citizens to effectively participate in the decision making process and the monitoring of council programs
ACCOUNTABILITY
Transparency in the operations of the council will be promoted as a means of enhancing accountability to the citizens