The Guide
From The Report: Gabon 2016
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This section includes information on hotels, government and other listings, alongside useful tips for visitors on topics like currency, visas, language, communications, dress, business hours and electricity.
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Walk on the wild side: Protecting and promoting Gabon’s rich and diverse wildlife
The spirit of competition: The nation readies itself for the 2017 Africa Cup of NationsOBGplus
Host nations of international sporting competitions often draw on national symbols as inspiration for the mascots they design as event ambassadors. In March 2016 Gabon unveiled its 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (ACN) mascot: a black panther called Samba. Described by organisers as a symbol of power and grace, the mascot will be seen sporting the Gabon national team’s colours of blue and yellow when it marches out at Stade de l’Amitié in Libreville for the first game of the 31st ACN. Having co-hosted…
Bedding in:OBGplus
NOMAD SUITES RESIDENCE Airport/Sablière PO Box 8580 T: (+241) 01 45 06 01 F: (+241) 01 45 06 02 www.nomad-residence-hoteliere.com info@nomadlibreville.com Rooms:42 suites and one apartment. Business & Conference Facilities: Meeting and events rooms, garden, conference and banquet room. Guest Services: ATM, pool, massage service, fitness room, laundry service, Wi-Fi. Wining & Dining: Restaurant, lounge bar, VIP room. HOTEL HIBISCUS PO Box 20042, Libreville Hibiscus Louis,…
GOVERNMENT: MINISTRIESOBGplus
The Presidency 01 72 76 00/01/02 National Assembly 01 74 00 64/01 74 90 00 Constitutional Court 01 72 57 17 Economic & Social Council 01 73 19 51 Ministry of Agriculture 01 76 09 78 Ministry of the Budget 01 79 50 14 Ministry of Defence 01 72 72 29/01 72 71 97 Ministry of the Digital Economy, Communications & Postal Services 01 77 88 42/01 76 34 35 Ministry of Education 01 72 44 61 Ministry of Energy 06 31 13 27 Ministry of Environment 01 76 13 81 Ministry of Health & Social…
GOVERNMENT: MINISTRIESOBGplus
The Presidency 01 72 76 00/01/02 National Assembly 01 74 00 64/01 74 90 00 Constitutional Court 01 72 57 17 Economic & Social Council 01 73 19 51 Ministry of Agriculture 01 76 09 78 Ministry of the Budget 01 79 50 14 Ministry of Defence 01 72 72 29/01 72 71 97 Ministry of the Digital Economy, Communications & Postal Services 01 77 88 42/01 76 34 35 Ministry of Education 01 72 44 61 Ministry of Energy 06 31 13 27 Ministry of Environment 01 76 13 81 Ministry of Health & Social…
Facts for visitors: Useful information for business and leisure travellersOBGplus
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 requested. 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 obliged to obtain a residence permit (permis…
Facts for visitors: Useful information for business and leisure travellersOBGplus
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 requested. 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 obliged to obtain a residence permit (permis…
