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Did mutinous soldiers oust Gabon's President?

Analysts say the ouster of Gabon’s president by mutinous soldiers appears to have been well organized and capitalized on the population’s grievances against the government as an excuse to seize power. Gabon’s wealthy, dynastic leader thought he could resist Africa’s trend of coups. He might be wrong

Could a third term extend Gabon's political dynasty?

Gabon’s president is seeking a third term in elections this weekend that could extend his family’s 55-year political dynasty. Gabon is refinancing $500 million of its debt through a deal aimed at directing more funds to ocean management.

Why is the US suspending financial assistance to Gabon?

The U.S. government is suspending most financial assistance to Gabon after a military coup earlier this year. Analysts say the ouster of Gabon’s president by mutinous soldiers appears to have been well organized and capitalized on the population’s grievances against the government as an excuse to seize power.

Why has Gabon imposed a curfew?

Gabon’s government has imposed a nationwide curfew and cut off internet access as voting wraps up in major national elections. Gabon’s president is seeking a third term in elections this weekend that could extend his family’s 55-year political dynasty.

Why did Biden suspend aid to Gabon?

The Biden administration has suspended most non-humanitarian aid to Gabon after a military takeover in the country last month that was at least the second this year in an African nation. Some in Africa are celebrating the coups. Many are fed up and desperate for change, analysts say

Who is Gabon's new head of State?

Bongo’s release comes after General Nguema was sworn in as Gabon’s new head of state. Nguema took the oath in the presidential palace in Gabon’s capital Libreville and promised credible elections. How much does Africa contribute to global carbon emissions?