Following the letter presumably addressed to the Minister of Budget and Public Accounts, Charles M’ba, by his Colleague for the Economy and Participations, Mays Mouissi, generally well-informed sources at the Ministry of Communication and Media, in in charge of this file, affirm that the funds necessary for the partial and progressive reimbursement of savers of PosteBank SA, although registered on a budget line of the 2024 finance law, are not yet available and released to be put available to beneficiaries.
According to these same sources, the expected disbursement of the first tranche of 10 billion CFA Francs, dedicated primarily to the disinterestedness of small savers, would be made via a special account opened for this purpose by the Ministry of Communication and Media, at the Fund deposits and consignments (CDC).
Around 60,000 savers would be affected by the overall envelope of 31.212 billion CFA Francs that the State has decided to clear in 3 years, on the basis of a plan of using a third each year, suggested by the Ministry of supervision and validated by the highest authorities of the transition. The rest of the overall debt, which amounts to 41.154 billion CFA Francs, is owed to businesses.
These sources add that the supervisory ministry, in collaboration with the competent services of the Ministry of Budget and Public Accounts, are working to carry out diligence on this file, listed among the priorities of the government and the president of the transition, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema.
It is a period of great hope which is beginning for PosteBank SA savers, after seven (7) years of waiting. In 2017, PosteBank SA, a subsidiary of the Post Office, went bankrupt, mortgaging the savings of many savers.
After numerous unfulfilled promises under the fallen regime of Ali Bongo Ondimba, the transitional government says it is determined to settle this debt. “A little more patience”insist sources close to the Ministry of Communication and the media.
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#patience
# How has the delay in reimbursements impacted the lives and financial well-being of the affected depositors?
## Interview with a Gabon Finance Expert
**Interviewer:** Dr. [Expert’s name], thank you for joining us today. The news cycle has been inundated with the latest developments concerning the repayment plan for PosteBank SA’s depositors. Can you shed some light on the current situation?
**Dr. [Expert’s Name]:** Certainly. The government has made progress in outlining a plan, but there are still some hurdles to overcome. While the 2024 budget does allocate funds for the reimbursement, those funds are not yet available to the depositors.
**Interviewer:** So, the money is promised, but not yet accessible?
**Dr. [Expert’s Name]:** Yes, that’s correct. According to reputable sources at the Ministry of Communication and Media, the initial tranche of 10 billion CFA Francs for smaller depositors will be disbursed through a dedicated account at the Fund for deposits and consignments (CDC) once the funds are released. [[1](https://gabonactu.com/)]
**Interviewer:** This announcement mentions around 60,000 depositors being affected. What type of impact will these delays have on them?
**Dr. [Expert’s Name]:** The impact will be significant, especially for those who rely on these savings for their livelihood. Many depositors have already waited a considerable time, and uncertainty about the timeline for repayment can cause considerable financial hardship and anxiety.
**Interviewer:** What are the next steps that need to be taken to ensure these individuals receive their due compensation?
**Dr. [Expert’s Name]:** Transparency and clear communication are crucial right now. The government needs to expedite the release of the funds earmarked for reimbursements.
Moreover, open dialog with depositors about the disbursement process and timelines is essential to maintain trust and alleviate concerns.
**Interviewer:** Dr. [Expert’s Name], thank you for your valuable insights and analysis on this complex situation.
**Dr. [Expert’s Name]:** You’re welcome. It’s important that we keep the plight of these depositors front and center as this situation unfolds.
