Gabon prepares national household living conditions survey
The National Statistics Institute is raising awareness among economic actors before collecting data on spending and food habits.
The National Statistics Institute (INSTAT Gabon) is preparing to launch a national survey on household living conditions across Gabon. This initiative aims to gather precise data on the economic and social realities of Gabonese populations. Teams will collect information on household spending, dietary habits, market prices, and non-standard measurement units used in agricultural production.
A mission to raise awareness among economic actors, including traders and agricultural producers, recently took place in Port-Gentil. Edwige Nfoume Ella-Mbeke led this mission to explain the survey's modalities and encourage collaboration. The collected data will help assess living standards, current expenses, and difficulties faced by households.
These statistics are intended to inform public policy development and evaluation, particularly in areas like poverty reduction, food security, and social protection. The survey's success depends on the active participation of the public and economic stakeholders. Awareness campaigns will continue in other provinces before data collection begins.
Why it mattersThe survey will provide data to help the government develop and evaluate policies on poverty, food security, and social protection.