By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Gabonactu
Gabonese Vice-President of the Government Hermann Immongault has launched work on a future cement plant in Malibé 2, in the commune of Akanda. The project, valued at 114 billion CFA francs, includes the construction of a clinker production unit, Gabonactu reports.
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Gabon’s Vice-President of the Government, Hermann Immongault, launched activities for the 43rd anniversary of the Economic Community of Central African States in Libreville on 19 October 2026. The ceremony marked the anniversary, according to Gabonactu.
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Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema reshuffled the government on 11 October 2026, with five outgoing ministers and eight new figures. Hermann Immongault retains responsibility for coordinating the team as Vice-President of the Government, amid social and energy crises, according to Gabonclic.
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The Façade maritime du Champ triomphal, a subsidiary of the Gabonese Fund for Strategic Investments, is launching a 10 billion CFA franc green bond to finance sustainable infrastructure at Baie des Rois. Open until 5 November 2026, the operation offers rates of 6.75% and 7.50%, according to the Gabonese Press Agency.
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Gabon is considering building a cement factory in the Neuf Provinces area over a two-year period, as well as 500 homes, according to the Gabonese Presidency. The project was discussed on 14 October at a meeting between President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and China’s ambassador, Zhou Ping, ahead of a state visit to China scheduled for 3 to 8 November 2026.
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Oligui Nguema and French ambassador discuss manganese processingGabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and French ambassador Fabrice Mauriès discussed manganese processing in Gabon and the latest decisions by Eramet’s board of directors. According to the Gabonese presidency, processing could create skilled jobs, develop industrial training and open new opportunities for local businesses.
DR Congo ratifies $150 million for emergency preparednessThe National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo adopted at second reading a ratification of a 150-million-dollar financing agreement with the International Development Association. The funds are intended to strengthen disaster preparedness and emergency response under the REPAIR project, according to Deskeco.The week in Africa
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