Gabon’s President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has announced the formation of a new government, a move presented as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen democratic governance and restore public confidence in state institutions.
In a series of decrees signed on January 1, the head of state appointed Hugues Alexandre Barro Chambrier as Vice-President of the Republic and elevated Hermann Immongault to the position of Vice-President of the Government. A third decree formalised the composition of a new cabinet made up of 31 ministers, an increase from the previous team of 30.
The new government includes 10 women and 21 men, a composition authorities say reflects a desire for inclusiveness and balanced representation. Officials close to the presidency describe the appointments as aimed at improving institutional efficiency, accountability and policy coordination at a critical moment for the country.
Since taking office, President Oligui Nguema has repeatedly pledged to prioritise reforms centred on good governance, transparency and the rebuilding of democratic norms. The formation of the new cabinet is being closely watched by citizens and international partners as an early test of those commitments.
Analysts note that the effectiveness of the new team will depend on its ability to translate political promises into concrete actions, particularly in areas such as institutional reform, public service delivery and the organisation of credible democratic processes in the period ahead.
