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Gabon Embarks on Digital Transformation Journey with World Bank Loan
Libreville, Gabon - In a major move to accelerate digitalization in Gabon’s public services sector, the government has signed a $68.5 million loan with the World Bank for the Digital Gabon Project.
Project Objectives
The project aims to create an enabling environment for digital transformation in the country by:
- Enhancing legal, regulatory, and technological foundations for data protection, cybersecurity, and secure data exchange within the public sector.
- Modernizing Gabon’s legal identity systems, including the digitalization of the civil registration system and providing a unique ID that facilitates inclusive access to public services.
Key Benefits
The Digital Gabon Project will bring numerous benefits to the country, including:
- Improved access to public services for all Gabonese citizens, particularly vulnerable groups.
- Enhanced digital inclusion in the country.
- Increased opportunities for all citizens and residents through improved access to public services.
Quotes from Officials
“We are committed to improving access to public services for all Gabonese citizens, particularly the vulnerable groups. This is a major step towards promoting digital inclusion in our country.” - Mays Mouissi, Minister of Economy and Participations.
“The project will support Gabon’s digital transformation, which is critical to promoting opportunities for all citizens and residents. We are committed to taking it to the next level by improving the affordability, availability, and quality of public service delivery.” - Cheick Kante, World Bank Country Director for Gabon.
Focus on Vulnerable Groups
The Digital Gabon Project aims to address persisting inequalities in access to public services, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups such as:
- Women
- Children
- Undocumented persons
- The elderly
- People with disabilities
- Indigenous groups
- Displacement affected populations
- Others.