Gabon: Government Invests in New Bus Fleet for Urban Transport Improvement. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — The Gabonese government has announced a significant investment in the country’s public transportation system, acquiring a new fleet of buses to enhance urban and suburban mobility.
According to the Gabonese State Minister for Transport, Marine Commerce, and Logistics, Ulrich Manfoumbi Manfoumbi, the initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize the transport sector.
Officials commented on the matter.
The goal is to strengthen the public transport offer, particularly in the Grand Libreville area, where mobility issues are a recurring challenge.
The government’s move is aimed at improving service quality, optimizing operational management, and enhancing logistical capabilities.
The State Minister also mentioned that this development will be accompanied by the merger of the Gabonese Transport Company (Sogatra) and Trans’Urb to create a single, more efficient, and well-structured public operator capable of effectively meeting the growing needs of users.
The new fleet is expected to significantly improve the transportation experience for residents and visitors in the region, contributing to a more sustainable and accessible urban environment. Further details regarding the implementation of this initiative and its long-term impact are anticipated in the coming weeks.
Source: Gabonese State Minister for Transport, Marine Commerce, and Logistics Ulrich Manfoumbi Manfoumbi, as reported by Gabon24’s “Le Gouvernement s’exprime “program.
