Gabon: Military leaders give up power

One-third of Gabonese citizens live below the poverty line

Originally published on Global Voices

Gabon’s national coat of arms surrounded by the coat of arms for Gabon’s nine provinces. Image by Jean Sovon, used with permission

Almost two years after the military coup d’état, Gabon has restored civilian rule. However, the country now finds itself under the leadership of a former general who is starting a new chapter as a political leader.

On September 4, 2023, during his inaugural address...