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From The Report: Gabon 2015
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The 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (Coupe d’Afrique des Nations, CAN), which Gabon co-hosted with Equatorial Guinea, prompted a flurry of building in the two countries. Stadiums were expanded, motorways cantilevered and hotels erected. In many ways, the economic impact and symbolism of the tournament were more significant than the competition itself. The notion of a football tournament serving as an indicator of economic issues is not as odd as it might sound. The CAN has in many ways mirrored some…

HELICONIA GARDEN Quartier Angondje Last roundabout before the Stade de l’Amitié PO Box 2213 Libreville T: (+241) 01 45 11 46/47/48 www.heliconiahotels.com reservations@heliconiahotels.com Rooms: 20 singles and 22 doubles. Business & Conference Facilities: Meeting rooms, event rooms and gardens. Health & Leisure Facilities: Cable and satellite TV, swimming pool, fitness room, slide, billiards room. Guest Services: Parking, Wi-Fi. Wining & Dining: Restaurants and bars.…

Visas Most visitors are required to obtain a visa in advance, and this is best done in the visitor’s country of residence. The process can often be a lengthy one, and business visas require an invitation from a Gabon-based entity; in some cases proof of employment may also be required. Business visas can last for periods of two weeks, 30 days, 90 days and longer, even up to five years with multiple entries. Most foreigners residing in the country are generally required to obtain a residence permit…