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In Gabon's capital, filling up with diesel has become daily struggle

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Briefings

In Libreville, Gabon's capital, filling up with diesel has become a daily struggle since late September 2026. Queues have grown outside service stations, with customers waiting in long lines holding jerrycans to obtain the much-needed fuel. This situation reflects a broader fuel shortage affecting the capital city.

Key points

• Since the end of September 2026, customers in Libreville have been waiting in long queues outside service stations to fill their jerrycans with diesel.
• The fuel shortage has persisted through October 2026, with the inability to purchase fuel described as a 'real struggle' for residents.

Context and limitations

Data covers only Libreville, the capital city, and the period from late September to October 2026. Evidence is limited to observations of growing queues and customer behavior; specific causes for the shortage or broader national statistics are not provided.

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