Gabon country profile
Provides an overview of Gabon, including key dates and facts about this west African country.
2023-09-01 23:56
Gabon coup shows how France's influence on its former territories is disintegrating
When President Leon Mba of Gabon was toppled by the military in 1964, then-French President Charles de Gaulle sprang into action and immediately sent French troops to restore Mba to power.
2023-09-01 12:27
General Brice Oligui Nguema: Who is Gabon's coup leader?
Who is General Brice Nguema, the man who overthrew the president he was supposed to protect?
2023-09-01 00:58
Gabon's military coup has overthrown a powerful political dynasty. Here's what to know
A military coup thrust the Central African nation of Gabon into turmoil Wednesday, unseating the president -- whose family had held power for more than half a century -- just minutes after he was named the winner of a contested election.
2023-08-31 13:45
Gabon coup: Why military takeovers are all the rage
Gabon is the latest African state to be hit by a coup, raising fears about the future of democracy.
2023-08-31 09:50
Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader
Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
2023-08-31 08:48
Gabon coup: Simple guide to what's happening
President Ali Bongo is under house arrest after being ousted by the army after a disputed election.
2023-08-30 20:57
Ali Bongo - Gabon's president arrested in army coup
As the military seizes power in Gabon, we examine the colourful, contentious life of its ousted president.
2023-08-30 19:29
Gabon military officers claim to have seized power after election
A group of senior Gabonese military officers appeared on national television in the early hours of Wednesday and said they had taken power, after the state election body announced President Ali Bongo had won a third term.
2023-08-30 13:47
Army officers say they are taking power in Gabon
Army officers go on TV to say they are annulling the results of the recent presidential election.
2023-08-30 12:48
Gabon election: President Ali Bongo aims for third term
The incumbent President Ali Bongo hopes to extend his family's five-decade grip on power.
2023-08-26 15:57