The provincial council of Gabon's ruling Parti démocratique gabonais (PDG) in the Ngounié region has concluded its two-day meeting in Mouila, adopting several recommendations to be submitted to the party's 13th ordinary congress. The meeting, which started on November 6, aimed to examine and enrich recommendations from a previous training session in Libreville, and prepare for the congress scheduled for November 27-29.
The council, led by Jean-Norbert Diramba, focused on internal democracy, youth and women's roles, and communication strategies. The meeting was marked by the establishment of a provincial council bureau and commission bureaus, showcasing a spirit of dialogue and solidarity. Diramba expressed satisfaction with the mobilization of militants and their contributions to the party's development.
Key recommendations from the Ngounié province include adopting pacifism and liberalism as core ideological foundations, and prioritizing elections for party instance members. The militants also proposed expanding internal debates to all statutory categories, promoting inclusive decision-making. Furthermore, they suggested restructuring the youth union into junior and senior categories, with recruitment starting at 16 years old.
The recommendations also address the role of women within the party. Militant women called for an evolution of their role beyond animation activities, focusing on developing income-generating activities with proper support and guidance. Additionally, the participants recommended creating a reference manual based on the party's core values: dialogue, tolerance, and peace.
In terms of communication, the council suggested establishing a reliable information system and reviving the party's journal to ensure equal and simultaneous information dissemination among militants. The recommendations aim to address concerns specific to the Ngounié province and contribute to defining the PDG's new strategic orientations.
Jean-Norbert Diramba encouraged delegates to actively participate in the Libreville congress, emphasizing the importance of defending the adopted recommendations. By engaging in the congress, the Ngounié province seeks to make its voice heard and influence the party's future directions.
The adopted recommendations will enrich the overall document to be presented at the 13th ordinary congress, where party members will discuss and shape the PDG's future strategies. The Ngounié province's contributions reflect the concerns and aspirations of its militants, aiming to strengthen the party's internal democracy and inclusiveness.
Key points
- The PDG's 13th ordinary congress will take place in Libreville from November 27-29, 2026.
