30 Mar 2019 | 02:13 AM UTC
Gabon: Combined legislative and senatorial elections on March 30
Combined legislative and senatorial elections on March 30; heightened security measures to be expected
Event
On Saturday, March 30, the first round of combined legislative and senatorial elections are expected to take place from 07:00 to 18:00 (local time). Among the constituencies concerned are the provinces of Estuaire, Ngounié, Ogooue-Ivindo, and Ogooue-Lolo.
Tensions may run high and a heightened security presence may be expected both during and immediately after elections.
Context
The elections taking place on March 30 concern the filling of eight seats that were invalidated during the legislative elections in October 2018. The second round of the combined elections is scheduled for April 20.
Advice
Individuals in Gabon are advised to monitor developments to the situation and adhere to regulations issued by local authorities.
