"LE GABON ENERVANT" OR "ANNOYING GABON"

    English version   In the USA, the 2024 Democratic National Convention is underway. This convention will formally select Kamala Harris as the Democratic party’s candidate for the presidential election.   Today, the Biden-Harris administration published their accomplishment for the past 4 years of Joe Biden’s presidency. Here are their accomplishments as published on their website.   ·          Two strongest years of job growth in history ·          More than 40 million borrowers stand to benefit from student debt relief ·          Nearly 11 million jobs created since 2021 ·          Taken over 100 actions to lower household energy costs by $100 per year ·          Helped bring gas prices down more than $1.60 from their summer 2022 peak ·...

    English version   History teaches us that in a democracy, a plurality of voices is not only a good sign of vitality, but it is a fundamental pillar of it. This is why this blog comes to congratulate Daniel Mengara and his political friends, for getting us off the beaten track and presenting us with a political offer far from the usual following and folklore.   We congratulate Daniel Mengara and his political friends because in an atmosphere where the new religion is CTRIsm, with fierce competition between courtesans; it is refreshing to note that there are still Gabonese who think logically.   Dear readers, a multitude of voices and opinions ensure that the different components of society are represented and that their interests are taken into account in political decisions. This, in turn, contributes to a better legitimacy of the decisions taken.   The diversity of opinions stimulates debate, allows questions to be examined from dif...

    English version   On paper, Gabon possesses significant potential. It has abundant natural resources; it has a strategic geographic location; it has a manageable small population that should not be to difficult to satisfy. However, despite all this, Gabon remains pitifully poor and badly governed.   Even after Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema ascent to power, Gabon still displays all the hallmarks of a mediocre government. These are characterized by a lack of vision, ineffectiveness, and general responsiveness to the needs of citizens. Here are some key indicators: Lack of Vision and Leadership Short-term focus: the regime Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema is prioritizing immediate gains over long-term goals. Inconsistent policies: Frequently, the regime Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema changes in direction without clear rationale. Failure to inspire: there is a lack of a compelling vision for the nation's future in the re...

      English version   On Friday 16 August 2024, Kamala Harris who is running for the presidency of the United States of America, gave a speech in North Carolina. In that speech, she laid out in details her economic agenda if she gets elected. It was precise and specific.   In Gabon, Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema is also going to run for president. He is actually already campaigning. However, if you were to ask what is his economic agenda for Gabon? No one could you an answer. There are simply no specifics.   What is Kamala Harris economic vision?   1.        Ms. Harris emphasized the cost of housing as a barrier to economic prosperity. She proposed giving first-time home buyers up to $25,000 in down payment assistance and called for the construction of three million housing units that would be affordable for the middle class. 2.        She proposed a new $6,000 tax c...

      English version   Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema has now been in power for one year; his first anniversary will occur on 30 august 2024. The honeymoon is over; now comes the time to evaluate whether he has been effective as a leader for the country. Let’s evaluate objectively, his first year.   To evaluate Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema’s performance after one year in power, this blog has chosen to undergo a comprehensive assessment of his actions and policies across various domains. Here's a breakdown of our evaluation:   1.        The country’s economic performance: ·          GDP Growth: Has the economy grown? What is the rate compared to historical averages and projections? Answer: the economy is doing poorly. ·          Job Creation: How many jobs have been created under Brice-Clotaire Oligui-Nguema? What is the unempl...