Gabon President Reviews Mining Projects in Nyanga Province to Boost Economic Diversification

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema met with mining operators to assess progress on key projects in Nyanga Province, including iron extraction at Milingui set for November 2026 and potash development in Mayumba. Additional initiatives focus on nickel, copper, and marble in Doussiegoussou. These projects aim to diversify Gabon's economy, potentially creating 6,000 to 7,000 jobs, and the government is committed to supporting investors and ensuring project execution.

Published Mar 21, 2026

President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema held a meeting with a delegation of mining operators to review the progress of mining projects in Nyanga Province. Key projects discussed included the iron extraction at Milingui, scheduled to begin production in November 2026, and the potash development in Mayumba, along with initiatives for nickel, copper, and marble in Doussiegoussou.

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The projects align with Gabon's economic diversification strategy, aiming to enhance local resource utilization and industrial growth. They are projected to create between 6,000 and 7,000 direct and indirect jobs, contributing to the socio-economic vitality of the region. The President instructed stakeholders to expedite project implementation and reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting investors.