The President of Gabon has once again emphasized the urgency of resolving persistent water and electricity shortages across Libreville and rural areas. While acknowledging past shortcomings, he reassured citizens that solutions are in motion, though the timeline remains uncertain. Households continue to grapple with unreliable access to these essential services despite significant government investments during the transition period.
Long-standing inefficiencies in the Société d’Énergie et d’Eau du Gabon (SEEG) have drawn sharp criticism. The state-run utility has struggled with bloated staffing—over 2,300 employees, including only 300 engineers and about 500 field agents—hampering its ability to modernize infrastructure. To address this, the government will split SEEG into two distinct entities: one dedicated to water management and another to electricity distribution.
The restructuring aims to streamline operations, improve accountability, and accelerate service delivery. By separating production, distribution, and commercialization, authorities hope to restore public trust and meet the growing demand for reliable utilities. However, the road to recovery will require patience as reforms unfold.
