Libreville, Gabon — August 10, 2026 – The Gabonaise des Jeux (GDJ), the newly established public operator for gambling, lottery, and entertainment in Gabon, convened its first Board of Directors meeting in Libreville. This landmark gathering signifies a crucial step in the formal launch of the GDJ’s activities, which are anticipated to bolster the nation’s economy through strategic public revenue generation and enhanced sectoral regulation.
The meeting, chaired by General Bonjean Mbandza, focused on the adoption of the Board’s internal regulations, operational budget, and strategic plan. Following over four hours of discussions, the directors approved several decisions to provide the GDJ with the legal, financial, and organizational framework essential for its operations and expansion. Established in December 2025 through Ordinance No.
0011/PR/2025, the GDJ holds the state’s monopoly in the gambling, lottery, and entertainment sectors. Its objectives include operating a suitable national market offering, monitoring the sector to ensure compliance with existing laws, and centralizing financial flows to strengthen traceability and combat fraud.
The first Board meeting marks the transition from the GDJ’s institutional setup phase to the implementation of its strategic directions and the gradual deployment of its activities. General Mbandza highlighted the national significance of the sector, emphasizing the GDJ’s role in reclaiming the industry’s sovereignty and contributing to the nation’s economic recovery. Roméo Fabrice Nguema Ondo, the Director General of the GDJ, termed the meeting “a historic day, “urging the team to translate the reform into tangible results and establish the GDJ as a national jewel.
The GDJ’s activities are poised to support the Gabonese government’s efforts to diversify the revenue base away from oil dependence and promote a modern and efficient gambling and entertainment sector.
As Gabon embarks on this new chapter with the GDJ, the nation watches closely to see how the entity’s operations will influence its economy and social development, with the government aiming to balance revenue generation with social responsibility and regulatory compliance.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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