Addis Ababa, May 1 -- The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) on Wednesday announced the reinstatement of Gabon to the union's family.
Gabon's reinstatement came after the council in its 1,277th meeting reviewed the country's political transition and processes, which were found to be "generally successful," PSC Chairperson Rebecca Amuge Otengo said in a briefing.
Otengo said as a result, the AU has lifted all sanctions and welcomed Gabon back to its full participation in the union's activities.
Gabon was suspended from the AU following the unconstitutional change of government on Aug. 30, 2023.
"It is with great honor and pride that I announce to the Gabonese people, on behalf of Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, P...