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Economy of the Gambia

The economy of the Gambia is heavily reliant on agriculture. The Gambia has no significant mineral or other natural resources, and has a limited agricultural base. About 75% of the population depends on crops and livestock for its livelihood. Wikipedia
Average gross salary: $0.65 per man-hour (2015)
Country group: Developing/Emerging; Lower middle income economy;
Currency: Dalasi (GMD, D)
Economic aid: $45.4 million (1995)
Export goods: lumber, cashews, refined petroleum, fish oil, ground nut oil
Fiscal year: 1 July – 29 June
GDP by sector: agriculture: 33%; industry: 8.7%; services: 58.3%; (2008 est.)