Gabon: Communication Workers Union Announces Eight-Day Strike Notice. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — The Gabonese Union of Communication Professionals (SYPROCOM) announced on December 7, 2025, that it will be initiating an eight-day strike notice, effective immediately.
The decision was made during an assembly held at the Georges Rawiri house, the headquarters of the national radio and television stations, as reported by the Gabonese Press Agency.
According to SYPROCOM President Hervé Ndzigue, the strike is a response to the lack of progress on several key issues that have been pending for over six months. These include the special status of communicators, the enhancement of state subsidies, public sector audiovisual reform, and a social plan. Officials commented on the matter.
The union has also outlined its working hours during the strike period, indicating that its members will work from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.
The assembly also served as an opportunity to review the negotiations held with the authority and to plan for the year 2026. Next Steps and Uncertainties.
The announcement of the strike notice has not yet resulted in a formal response from the Gabonese government. Officials have not yet commented on the union’s actions or the implications for the country’s communication sector. Further details are expected as the situation unfolds.
The government and the union are anticipated to engage in dialogue to address the concerns raised by SYPROCOM and to prevent any disruptions to public broadcasting services. Source.
