Gabon: New Government Team Announced. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — The Secretary-General of the Presidency of the Republic, Murielle Minkoue Mezui, today unveiled the composition of Gabon’s new government.
The announcement comes as the nation awaits the implementation of the new administration’s policies.
The new government, as detailed in the official communiqué, is headed by Vice-President Hugues Alexandre BARRO CHAMBRIER, who will serve as Minister of State with various portfolios, including Transportation, Defense, Education, and more.
The full list of ministers includes: 1. Minister of State, Minister of Transportation, Marine Commerce, and Logistics 2.
Minister of State, Minister of National Defense 3.
Minister of State, Minister of National Education and Civil Instruction 4. Minister of Universal Access to Water and Energy 5.
Minister of Interior, Security, and Decentralization 6.
Minister of Housing, Habitat, Urbanism, and Cadastre 7. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, responsible for Integration and Diaspora 8.
Minister of Digital Economy, Digitization, and Innovation 9.
Minister of Justice, Attorney General, responsible for Human Rights 10. Minister of Planning and Prospective 11.
Minister of Reform and Relations with Institutions 12.
Minister of Economy, Finance, Debt, and Participation, responsible for Combating High Prices 13. Minister of Mines and Geological Resources 14.
Minister of Fisheries, the Sea, and Blue Economy 15.
Minister of Public Works and Construction 16. Minister of Industry and Local Transformation 17.
Minister of Public Service and Capacity Building 18.
Minister of Labor, Full Employment, Social Dialogue, and Vocational Training 19. Minister of Water and Forests, Environment, Climate, and Human-Wildlife Conflict 20.
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Spokesperson of the Government 21.
Minister of Social Affairs, responsible for Child and Women Protection 22. Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Rural Development 23.
Minister of Trade, SMEs — PMIs, and Youth Entrepreneurship 24.
Minister of Youth, Sports, Cultural Radiation, and Arts, responsible for Associative Life 25. Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy, Finance, Debt, and Participation, responsible for the Budget.
The appointment of the new government marks a significant shift in Gabon’s political landscape, with the President emphasizing the need for a strong and capable administration to address the nation’s challenges. Further details regarding the government’s agenda and policy priorities are expected to be released in the coming days.
According to sources close to the matter, the President has tasked the new government with focusing on economic development, social welfare, and regional integration.
The government’s composition reflects a diverse range of expertise and experience, aiming to address the multifaceted needs of Gabon’s population.
The President’s decision to appoint a spokesperson for the government indicates a commitment to transparent communication with the public.
As the new government takes office, the nation watches closely to see how its policies will impact the lives of Gabon’s citizens.
The challenges ahead are significant, but the new team’s diverse skill set and experience may offer a fresh perspective on how to tackle them. Further details are expected to emerge as the government begins its term.
The situation remains developing.
