Nine years after the collapse of PosteBank SA, a subsidiary of La Poste whose bankruptcy in 2017 abruptly froze the lifetime savings of thousands, the government has finally taken action. Through a statement from the Ministry of Communication released on June 6, 2026, Libreville announced the official launch of a large-scale census of affected depositors—an essential first step toward their compensation.
The countdown is underway. From June 8 to 11, 2026, La Poste offices across the entire national territory will open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to receive defrauded customers. To be included on the lists and assert their rights, individuals must present a valid identity document along with any supporting documents proving their deposits. The objective of this express update is clear: to clean and refresh the database, prevent fraud, and ensure that every CFA franc returns to its rightful owner.
A transition promise on the verge of being fulfilled
This initiative marks a major political turning point. Where the former regime was known for making empty promises, the authorities of the Fifth Republic had reaffirmed as early as February 2025 their firm commitment to settling this painful social debt. By placing this issue back at the top of the agenda, the current government aims to restore the broken trust between the state and its citizens.
Over 31 billion CFA francs for individuals
The financial and human stakes are immense. According to official figures, nearly 60,000 individual savers are directly impacted by this historic freeze. To clear this debt, the state has set aside a total envelope of 31.212 billion CFA francs. Repayment will be spread over three years, with one-third of the total amount paid each year. As for businesses—also trapped by the bankruptcy—their claims are estimated at 41.154 billion CFA francs. Although their payment schedule remains to be detailed, the compensation machinery is now set in motion.
