Coalition 2026, led by presidential candidate Talib Ahmed Bensouda, has taken its campaign for opposition unity to Brikama, holding a major unity rally as political parties intensify preparations for the December 5 presidential election.
The rally brought together supporters, party activists and political figures under the Coalition 2026 banner, with speakers emphasizing the need for cooperation and a united political front ahead of the polls.
Bensouda used the gathering to reinforce his message that political divisions must give way to a broader national agenda capable of addressing the challenges facing Gambians.
The Brikama rally comes at a time when opposition parties are engaged in intense negotiations and realignments as they seek to avoid splitting the opposition vote in the presidential election.
Coalition 2026 has presented itself as an alternative platform aimed at bringing together political forces around a common political programme. Its campaign has increasingly focused on mobilising supporters beyond party lines and presenting unity as central to defeating the incumbent government at the ballot box.
Addressing the gathering, Bensouda is expected to face growing pressure to demonstrate that Coalition 2026 can translate its political message into a broad electoral coalition capable of competing effectively nationwide.
The rally also provided an opportunity for the coalition to demonstrate its support in the West Coast Region, one of the country’s most politically significant areas.
With the election only months away, political rallies such as the Brikama gathering are becoming increasingly important indicators of party mobilisation, organisational strength and public enthusiasm.
The political landscape remains fluid, however, with several parties still exploring alliances and coalition arrangements.
For Bensouda and Coalition 2026, the Brikama rally represents another step in their effort to consolidate support and strengthen their claim to lead a united opposition into the December 5 presidential contest.
The coming months are likely to determine whether the coalition can maintain its momentum and transform its unity message into votes at the polls.
