English version According to the most recent reports (from the first quarter of 2026), a very sharp decline in natural gas production in Gabon has been observed. According to the economic outlook notes from the Gabonese Ministry of Economy, the gas sector is going through a major production crisis. Here are the key figures and facts regarding this situation: Staggering drop in the 1st quarter of 2026: Production plummeted by nearly 42.8% (some sources even mention 44.9%) compared to the previous quarter, settling at just over 70,200 thousand cubic meters. Annual decline: Year-on-year (compared to the same period in 2025), the drop is estimated at 32.5%. The causes: This collapse is not linked to a drop in demand, but to severe industrial failures. It is explained by an accumulation of operational shutdowns due to repeated technical breakdowns. The situation is exacerbated by a shortage of surface equipment and spare parts, which prevents emergency repairs from be...
