The Gambia Maternity & Paternity Leave Calculator 🇬🇲
Compute statutory 12-week 100% paid maternity benefits, certified complication extensions, daily nursing allowances, and paternity entitlements in Gambian Dalasi (GMD).
100% full wage continuity guaranteed by law
Section 71 guarantees minimum 12 weeks at full salary
Doctor-certified illness arising out of pregnancy
Paid working time reduction without loss of pay
Fully paid leave to support family upon childbirth
The Gambia Parental Leave & Maternity Statutory Matrix
| Statutory Right | Standard Duration | Remuneration Rate | Governing Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statutory Maternity Leave | 12 Weeks (84 Days) | 100% of Normal Wages | Section 71, Labour Act 2007 |
| Civil Service Maternity Leave | 26 Weeks (6 Months) | 100% of Basic Pay | Public Service Commission Rules |
| Daily Nursing Breaks | 1 Hour Daily (6 Months) | Fully Paid Time | National Labor Standards |
| Paternity Leave (Fathers) | 10 Working Days | 100% of Normal Wages | Public & CBA Collective Pacts |
| Dismissal Protection | Pregnancy & Leave Period | Strictly Prohibited | Section 72, Labour Act 2007 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Maternity Leave in The Gambia
What is the statutory maternity leave entitlement in The Gambia?
Under Section 71 of The Gambia Labour Act 2007, female employees are guaranteed a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks (84 calendar days) of maternity leave paid at 100% of their normal wage by the employer.
Can maternity leave be extended due to pregnancy complications?
Yes. Upon submission of a certificate from a registered medical practitioner confirming pregnancy or confinement complications, the employee is entitled to additional paid medical leave before or after childbirth.
What nursing breaks are granted to mothers returning to work?
Under Gambian labor standards, working mothers are entitled to 1 hour of daily paid nursing breaks (or two 30-minute intervals) for up to 6 months post-childbirth without any reduction in wages.
Is dismissal during pregnancy or maternity leave permitted?
No. Terminating an employee on grounds of pregnancy, childbirth, or maternity leave is strictly prohibited under the Labour Act 2007 and constitutes automatic unfair dismissal.
What is the statutory paternity leave entitlement for fathers in The Gambia?
While the 2007 Labour Act sets baseline protections, public sector services and progressive private employers provide 10 working days of fully paid paternity leave to support the family upon childbirth.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Technical AuthorPrincipal Civil & Systems Software Engineer specializing in West African statutory labor standards, maternity rights protections, and statutory payroll algorithms.
📊 Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) & SSHFC Pension Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (GMD) |
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| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | D 0.00 |