After more than a decade of dedicated work, Gabon has finally met the stringent criteria set by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). During a high-level dialogue held in Libreville from June 29 to July 1, 2026, Séraphin Ondoumba, the UNODC’s focal point, confirmed the country’s full compliance with the second review cycle of the United Nations Convention against Corruption.

The milestone, outlined in resolution 3/1 adopted in New York back in 2011, reflects the coordinated efforts led by the National Commission for the Fight against Corruption and Illicit Enrichment (CNLCEI), chaired by Nestor Mbou. Gabon is no longer just another country under evaluation—it has now taken on an active role as an examining state, tasked with assessing the Seychelles’ progress on preventive measures and asset recovery, as defined in chapters II and V of the Convention. This new responsibility underscores Gabon’s strengthened position in international anti-corruption efforts.

The UNODC review process has set in motion a series of transformative reforms across Gabon. These include aligning national legislation with global standards, fostering stronger inter-institutional collaboration, enhancing institutional capacities, sharing best practices, and identifying technical and financial assistance needs. Each of these steps solidifies Gabon’s unwavering commitment to eradicating corruption.