A recent agreement between The Gambia and Spain, allowing for legal migration of 50 Gambian labourers to Spain, has sparked controversy. Critics argue that the Gambian government has failed to create sufficient domestic job opportunities, leading to dissatisfaction among citizens. Meanwhile, activist Yahya Sonko has accused the government of a lack of transparency regarding the agreement, leading to confusion and unrealistic expectations among the youth.

The wife of former NPP now UDP member, Mbemba Drammeh, was arrested and released on bail by the Gambia Immigration Department. This follows Drammeh's arrest in December for alleged election rigging in favor of President Adama Barrow, after which he secretly returned to France. The court has issued a warrant for Drammeh's arrest for failing to appear in court to answer charges of seditious intent.

The political climate in Germany is becoming increasingly challenging for migrants, including over 30,000 Gambians, due to the rising popularity of the far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD). The party, known for its anti-migrant stance, has recently distributed around 30,000 counterfeit "deportation" tickets, sparking nationwide outrage and comparisons to Nazi-era practices. Gambian migrant activist in Germany, Yahya Sonko, warns that the growing support for AfD could lead to stricter residency requirements and an increased risk of deportation for immigrant communities.

Relevant: As of November 24, 2024, 1,035 Gambian nationals are on the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) non-detained docket with final orders of removal. The Gambia has been classified as a country “at risk of non-compliance” with U.S. removal efforts, indicating potential delays in confirming citizenship, issuing travel documents, or accepting repatriation flights to The Gambia.