During a working visit to Dakar, the Gabonese Minister of State for Transport, Merchant Marine, and Logistics, Ulrich Manfoumbi Manfoumbi, held strategic talks with his Senegalese counterpart, Abdoul Ahad Ndiaye. The high-level discussions centered on modernizing transport infrastructure and deepening bilateral cooperation through a dynamic exchange of technical expertise between Libreville and Dakar.
Gabon aims to restructure its transport networks by drawing inspiration from Senegal’s successful models. Highlighting this ambition, the Gabonese Minister of State noted that the discussions with the Senegalese teams covered a wide range of issues concerning both land and air transport. Senegal’s achievements, particularly in managing the Blaise Diagne International Airport and expanding its road and railway infrastructure, serve as an ideal benchmark for Gabon.
Aligning regulatory frameworks and boosting safety standards
The two ministers also focused on harmonizing regulatory and safety standards to align with international requirements. This alignment is designed to ensure smoother transit operations while promoting shared expertise in technical management, airport security, and professional training for transport sector personnel.
By leveraging Senegal’s proven track record, Gabon plans to accelerate the upgrade of its own facilities. This initiative will streamline national traffic management and revitalize public transport systems, injecting much-needed efficiency into a sector requiring urgent modernization. Furthermore, this collaborative learning process includes strategic planning for logistics hubs and multimodal transport. The goal is to establish seamless connections between land and air networks, thereby improving regional accessibility and facilitating the movement of passengers and cargo alike, with Libreville looking directly to Dakar as a blueprint.
Strengthening South-South cooperation for economic growth
Beyond technical cooperation, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering South-South relations. Both nations believe that by combining resources and sharing best practices, Gabon and Senegal can transform their transport sectors into powerful drivers of economic growth, trade development, and continental integration.
