Gabon launches first digital week in Libreville
Experts from 50 African countries will attend the event focused on digital transformation and public services.
Gabon launched its first Digital Week on October 26, 2026, in Libreville, with Vice-President Alexandre Barro Chambrier initiating the event. The week-long event will feature experts from 50 African Union member countries, focusing on the national digital transformation program.
Vice-President Chambrier stated that digital transformation is a key to modernizing the state and diversifying the economy, aiming to improve administration efficiency, economic competitiveness, and create jobs for youth. The Gabon Digital program, funded by the World Bank at approximately $68.5 million, is in its final 18 months and focuses on legal frameworks, an ePasseport platform, and IT infrastructure.
Steeve Ewore, Coordinator of the Gabon Digital Program, explained the project aims to facilitate public service access for all citizens, enhance cybersecurity, and strengthen IT infrastructure. The program intends to develop systems locally to meet Gabonese needs, enabling access to services like civil registration, recruitment, and health for those in rural areas.
Why it mattersGabon's digital week aims to improve public service access and economic diversification for its citizens.