Mbigou Calls for Urgent Road and Bridge Rehabilitation in Gabon BODY: Libreville, Gabon – July 1, 2026 – The community of Mbigou in Gabon’s Boumi-Louetsi Department is calling for immediate attention to the severe state of disrepair of the road connecting Mbigou to Mouguembé. This vital route, which is critical for the de-encumbrance of the region, includes two crucial bridges essential for both user circulation and economic development. Currently, the entire infrastructure is nearly impassable, with vehicle and motorcycle traffic significantly slowed, and pedestrians facing immense challenges in crossing the two bridges.
The state of disrepair of these structures has sparked considerable concern among residents. Local sources have reported that the Boumi-Louetsi Department Council has allocated 157. 8 million FCFA in the 2026 budget for regional development, which includes infrastructure improvements.
The Minister of Public Works, Edgard Moukoumbi, visited the Lébamba-Mbigou road construction site on June 27, 2026, to monitor progress. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema visited Mbigou in November 2024, engaging with the local population on infrastructure development.
The Mbigou community views the rehabilitation of the Mbigou — Mouguembé road and the two bridges as a necessity to facilitate mobility and prevent incidents related to infrastructure degradation. They are urging swift intervention from authorities to address these vital infrastructures, which are deemed essential for the de-encumbrance and socio-economic development of the area.
The project is anticipated to bolster local economies, facilitate trade, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents.
As the government continues to invest in infrastructure development, the Mbigou community eagerly awaits the tangible benefits of these projects.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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