While this is not the first time he has raised the issue, the president chose to address it with a commitment to transparency. He made it clear that a steady supply of running water to households will not be resolved overnight. Gabonese citizens must exercise patience.

Water and electricity remain scarce for many

As essential needs, water and electricity continue to be rare commodities for numerous households in Greater Libreville and the interior. Recalling the massive investments made by the government since the transition, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema stated that solutions will be found.

But when? The clock is ticking, and residents still struggle to fully benefit from these daily essentials. Condemning the catastrophic management over the past 14 years, Oligui Nguema promises an end to the ordeal.

SEEG to be split into two entities

Acknowledging the failures of the Société d’Énergie et d’Eau du Gabon (SEEG), the head of state announced a split of this state-owned company.

As he reminded, the SEEG in its current state cannot invest. That is why it must be reformed. The company has an excessive workforce: 2,300 employees with only 300 engineers and around 500 field agents. The SEEG will be divided into two parts—one for water and the other for electricity.

The reform of this company is expected to allow for better management of production, distribution, and commercialisation through separation.