On the cusp of a major digital transformation, Gabon is leveraging innovative technological solutions to modernize its public services. The goal is to position itself as a regional leader in e-governance, streamline access to administrative procedures, and enhance transparency.

Gabon is set to launch a digital public services platform in the first half of 2025. This initiative was announced, on January 15, in Libreville, during the second meeting of the Steering Committee in charge of the implementation of Gabon’s digital program Gabon Digital. The goal is to modernize the administration and provide all citizens with online access to administrative services.

"We will focus on digital payment systems, the national digital identity system, and implementing a public services platform," explained General Bonjean Rodrigue Mbanza, Minister of Digital Economy and New Information Technologies. "Our objective is to enable anyone, anywhere in the world, to connect with public services in real-time."

This platform is part of the program "Gabon Digital", which was launched last November with initial funding of 44 billion CFA francs (approximately $72.4 million) from the World Bank. This initiative reflects Gabon's ambition to solidify its leadership in e-governance in Africa. Although Gabon dropped from 11th to 15th place in the United Nations' E-Government Survey 2024, it remains a leader in Central Africa for digital initiatives.

The upcoming portal will allow Gabonese citizens to securely perform administrative tasks online, streamlining data processing and reducing the need for in-person visits. Key areas of focus include health (e-health), digital payments, and digital identity. The project aims to modernize public services while enhancing their efficiency and transparency.

By Samira Njoya

Editing by Sèna D. B. de Sodji