Sources: Reuters
Officers of the Gabonese military depose president Ali Bongo and annul the results of the general election in which Bongo was declared the winner. They also dissolve the government and close all borders. 2023-08-30
President Ali Bongo Ondimba announces his bid for a third term in office. 2023-07-9
Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba names Alain Claude Bilie By Nze as the new prime minister and head of government, replacing Rose Christiane Raponda. 2023-01-9
Gabon's president Ali Bongo Ondimba names Julien Nkoghe Bekale as the country's new prime minister after a failed coup that happened five days ago. 2019-01-12
After long delays, voters in Gabon head to the polls for the first time since the controversial 2016 presidential election. 2018-10-6
Large explosions and gunfire are reported in the Gabonese capital Libreville as security forces clash with supporters of opposition presidential candidate Jean Ping protesting the election results indicating a narrow victory by President Ali Bongo Ondimba. 2016-09-1
Protestors set fire to the National Assembly of Gabon in Libreville in response to the disputed presidential election result. 2016-08-31
Both President Ali Bongo Ondimba and his main challenger, former Foreign Minister Jean Ping, say they won yesterday's election for a seven-year term as president. Official results are expected Tuesday. 2016-08-28
The president of Gabon Ali Bongo calls for calm following clashes between police and anti-government protesters and a subsequent attack on an opposition television station. 2012-08-17