Housing: Mays Mouissi Drives New Momentum into Residential Construction Projects
Field visit to Akanda and Ntoum with key operators to accelerate land servicing and the completion of abandoned housing estates.
" The housing sector is a major challenge for the Head of State, and we must succeed."
Last Sunday, the Minister of Infrastructure and Housing, Mays Mouissi, toured construction sites in Akanda and Ntoum, accompanied by sector leaders such as the National Real Estate Company (SNI), ANUTTC, and the Gabonese Order of Architects. This site visit aimed to assess the progress of real estate projects firsthand, echoing presidential priorities to democratize homeownership. In Akanda, the Mangouba and Alhambra sites showed significant progress in servicing plots intended for Gabonese families. In Ntoum, the focus shifted to the Estuaire Komo Estate (phases 1 and 2), Essassa, as well as the neglected sites in Bikélé and Nkok. A precise roadmap is now emerging to boost this momentum.
On the ground, Mays Mouissi scrutinized plots currently being serviced—ready to become homes for many households—and unfinished constructions awaiting a second life. He promised rapid solutions to finalize these works, avoiding any unnecessary blockages. This meticulous evaluation highlights concrete progress while identifying bottlenecks. Accompanied by experts, the Minister engaged in numerous discussions to catalyze efforts. This pragmatic approach strengthens stakeholder confidence and paves the way for accelerated delivery. The Gabonese real estate sector is breathing a breath of fresh air.
Closing his tour with a galvanizing speech, Mays Mouissi praised the skills of the teams while demanding reinforced resources to overcome the major challenge of housing. "This is a priority issue for the Head of State; let us mobilize without delay for tangible results in the coming months," he stated firmly. This call for collective commitment infuses new energy into the ranks. The construction sites, now under high surveillance, embody the national will to provide dignified housing for every Gabonese citizen. An irreversible dynamic is underway to transform promises into palpable realities.
Mays Mouissi's visit marks a decisive turning point for housing in Gabon, aligning all stakeholders with presidential ambitions. Next steps: accelerated land allocations and finalized construction projects for expanded access to property ownership.
