Will election in Gabon lead to change?
Apr 14, 2025 #Gabon #Libreville #AlJazeeraEnglish
Gabon is among seven west and central African countries where the military has seized power i
Apr 14, 2025 #Gabon #Libreville #AlJazeeraEnglish
Gabon is among seven west and central African countries where the military has seized power in recent years.
When the army overthrew the president there in 2023, it ended 56 years of rule by the Bongo dynasty.
On Saturday, some 920-thousand registered voters went to the polls - in Gabon's first election since that coup.
The winner, Brice Oligui Nguema, is the army general who led that military takeover.
And now says he'll bring democratic changes and reforms---
But can he deliver on his promises?
Presenter: Adrian Finighan
Guests:
Jo Dioumy Moubassango, Member of Gabon's Parliament and a former government official.
Victor Doke, Professor of International Politics, Peace and Security at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre.
Abdullahi Boru Halakhe, Africa Security and Policy Analyst.
Arnauld Engandji, Special Adviser to the Gabonese President and his Official Spokesperson.
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