Gabon: President Oligui Nguema reviews Libreville’s urban development plans

During a working session with Libreville’s Mayor, Eugène Mba, President Oligui Nguema examined the progress of municipal initiatives aimed at modernizing Gabon’s capital city. The meeting focused on assessing local governance performance, evaluating expected outcomes from municipal executives, and strengthening coordination between state authorities and local administrations to better serve citizens.

The Mayor presented a comprehensive report detailing the implementation of his action plan since taking office. He outlined the new organizational structure of the municipality and highlighted key strategic priorities designed to revitalize the capital’s urban landscape.

Urban transformation priorities unveiled

Several transformative projects emerged as central to these discussions, including:

• Comprehensive urban space reorganization to enhance livability;
• Development of state-of-the-art parking facilities;
• Creation and enhancement of green and botanical spaces;
• Systematic removal of unauthorized public land occupations;
• Implementation of community-focused infrastructure improvements.

The President emphasized the critical importance of urban cleanliness, urging immediate action to address waste management challenges. He stressed that maintaining a clean environment should be a top priority for any modern capital city.

Digital transformation takes center stage

A significant portion of the discussion centered on the municipal administration’s modernization through digitalization. This strategic initiative aims to:

• Simplify administrative procedures for citizens;
• Enhance the quality of public services;
• Increase transparency in municipal operations;
• Secure revenue collection processes;
• Boost the municipality’s own revenue streams.

President Oligui Nguema reiterated Gabon’s commitment to becoming a contemporary and attractive nation, with Libreville serving as the country’s showcase. He called for the Mayor to demonstrate exceptional rigor, innovation, and efficiency in executing the planned projects, positioning the capital as a model of international standards in urban planning, local governance, and public service excellence.

This meeting underscores the Head of State’s determination to position local governments as key drivers of national development, ensuring that citizens’ daily concerns remain at the forefront of public policy implementation.