GM Construction Intel

The Government of The Gambia has initiated construction of all Governors' Residences nationwide, with the North Bank Region completed and the Upper River Region Governor's Residence and Office Complex in Basse now 50% complete since breaking ground in July 2024.

The U.S. International Trade Administration identifies construction as a best prospect industry sector for The Gambia, providing a market overview and trade data for the country.

Foundation failures rarely originate at the slab; they originate in soil bearing capacity, drainage, or expansive-clay behavior that was either uninvestigated or not honored in the design. A geotechnical report that is older than the building's design or that did not sample at the actual building footprint is a red flag.

Most construction contracts require change orders to be in writing, but many states enforce an "oral modification" exception when the parties' conduct shows agreement — especially when the changed work is performed and accepted without protest. Continued performance without written change orders can waive the writing requirement entirely.

Recordable injuries (OSHA 300 log entries) include any that require medical treatment beyond first aid. Reportable injuries — which trigger an immediate notification to OSHA — are limited to fatalities (within 8 hours) and inpatient hospitalizations, amputations, or eye losses (within 24 hours). The categories are not the same.