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Gabon's election: A fresh start?

Focus on Africa

CHAPTER

Elections Under Military Oversight

This chapter explores the shifting landscape of Gabon's upcoming elections, now rescheduled for April under the military junta led by General Alagui. It raises important concerns about the legitimacy and integrity of the electoral process amid extensive military control and exclusion of opposition groups. Drawing parallels with other nations under military rule, the discussion critically examines whether these elections signify a true return to democracy or merely a facade to maintain the junta's grip on power.

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