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2016
in
Gabon

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The following lists events the happened during 2016 in Gabon.

Incumbents

Events

August

September

  • September 1 - Large explosions and gunfire are heard around the capital of Libreville as security forces clash with demonstrators[3] and the military bombs the building of Jean Ping's party, killing 2. The internet is also cut off in the capital.[4]
  • September 7 - President Bongo rejects calls for a recount in the disputed election.[5]

References

  1. ^ "Gabon leader and top rival both claim presidential victory, allege fraud".
  2. ^ "Protesters in Gabon burn parliament building amid allegations of stolen election".
  3. ^ "Gabon demonstrators protesting election result clash with police".
  4. ^ "Gabon presidential guard 'bombed Jean Ping's party HQ'".
  5. ^ "Gabon's Bongo shrugs off calls for vote recount".