Gabon: Coup d’état of August 30, 2023

On August 30, 2023, a group of soldiers put an end to the regime embodied by President Ali Bongo Ondimba, who had ruled Gabon for 14 years. Unlike other coups d’état in Africa, notably in Niger, Gabon’s political class, including the opposition and the majority, civil society and religious organizations, welcomed the coup d’état. This book attempts to understand the reasons behind this coup de force, addressing both the historical and socio-political aspects of Gabon. It looks at the impact this historic event could have on the party that has held power until now: the Gabonese Democratic Party. He describes not only the approach that this party should take, but also the contribution that it can make to the success of this regime change that everyone wants to see. He outlines the foundations for the establishment of a new, stronger Gabonese republic, based on a foundation of universal and traditional values, strong institutions and people enlightened by the ideal of a Gabon that is the dawn of Africa.