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Gabon’s Karl Elvis Nsumbu Mba backs digital solutions for the economy

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During an evaluation of Kmba Connect projects in Libreville, development adviser Karl Elvis Nsumbu Mba championed the use of digital solutions in trade, agriculture, transport and entrepreneurship. He also cited the digitisation of business registration procedures to cut delays, according to the Gabonese Press Agency.

Gabonese strategic development adviser Karl Elvis Nsumbu Mba called on Monday 19 October 2026 for innovative digital solutions to improve the performance of economic sectors and support growth. He was speaking during an evaluation of Kmba Connect projects, the Gabonese Press Agency (AGP) reports.

He cited transport, agriculture, trade and entrepreneurship as sectors where digital technology can improve efficiency and competitiveness. Karl Elvis Nsumbu Mba urged project developers to design solutions that meet the needs of communities and economic stakeholders.

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