Libreville, Gabon — June 24, 2026 – After years of uncertainty and financial strain, depositors in Gabon’s PosteBank have begun to receive their savings, marking a significant step towards resolving the 2017 financial crisis that froze their funds.
The government’s initiative, which commenced on June 20, 2026, in Oyem and other regions, has involved the distribution of 31. 212 billion FCFA (approximately $50 million) to 60,000 affected individuals. This move, which is both a financial relief and a test of the state’s credibility, has been welcomed as an act of social justice.
The collapse of PosteBank SA in 2017, a subsidiary of La Poste, resulted in the freezing of savings for many depositors, creating a long-standing issue for the affected individuals.
The government’s action to remit the savings is a critical step towards resolving the crisis and restoring confidence in the financial system.
The operation, officially launched by President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on June 19, 2026, is seen as a critical test of the state’s financial credibility and an act of social justice. Despite the relief, retirees and elderly depositors have expressed dissatisfaction with the conditions of care, including long waiting times and administrative difficulties.
The Gabonese Press Agency reported that the remittance process began on June 20, 2026, in Oyem, northern Gabon, as well as in other parts of the country.
The government’s allocation of a substantial sum for the indemnification reflects the scale of the issue.
The operation’s success is closely tied to the broader context of Gabon’s financial sector, which has experienced a rebound in the mobile money sector, primarily driven by cross-border remittances.
As the remittances continue to be distributed across the country, the government’s ability to manage the financial crisis and restore confidence in the banking system remains under scrutiny.
The success of this operation could set a precedent for future financial reforms in Gabon and across the region.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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