MOABI, Gabon — On May 6, 2026, the President of the Departmental Council of Douigny, Saïd Mounguengui Mounguengui, initiated the rehabilitation of the Doubandji Bridge, a crucial infrastructure located near Moabi, the capital of the Douigny Department in southwest Gabon. Accompanied by his two deputies, Mounguengui Mounguengui visited the site to assess the condition of the bridge and identify suitable materials for its restoration. Over two days, he personally supervised the selection of wood from the forest for the reconstruction of the bridge, which spans the Doubandji River and has been severely damaged and unusable for several years.
This bridge is the sole land connection for several villages in the Duami — Muembi canton and those along the Pela axis within the department. Its collapse has isolated communities from their lands, farms, and commercial routes, compelling some to relocate to Moabi.
The rehabilitation is considered an urgent intervention by the departmental council, expected to allow residents of Mandilou, Nguena, and Mabala to return to their respective communities and restart their activities. Officials commented on the matter. For the local population, this initiative is a significant signal.
Many are eagerly awaiting the reopening of this strategic route, vital for the resumption of agricultural activities that have been halted for years.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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