In May 2024, the President of the Transition, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, announced aid of 300 million FCFA to finance development projects in Matsatsa, in the Ogooué-Lolo province. Although work has already started in Koulamoutou, the provincial capital, Matsatsa is still waiting for its projects, deemed a priority by residents, to see the light of day.
At a meeting in June 2024, local authorities and residents defined several essential projects to improve living conditions in the district. Among the priorities are the supply of water for the entire district, the rehabilitation of schools and housing for teachers, the supply of health centers with medicines, as well as the creation of agricultural plots to promote local development. . However, these projects have not yet started, despite the availability of funds.
The delay in starting work is mainly due to a lack of transparency and coordination. Local authorities highlight the lack of clear communication on the projects selected, as well as the lack of reference documents such as quotes or specifications.
In the absence of these elements, the selection of companies to carry out the projects remains unclear, which slows down the progress of the work. Faced with this situation, the residents of Matsatsa have expressed their frustration and are calling for rapid action. They demand the publication of the selected projects, better coordination between local and provincial authorities, as well as the establishment of a local monitoring committee to guarantee transparency and the proper execution of the work.
Despite the difficulties, people remain optimistic and hope that these projects will improve their living conditions in the near future.
Antoine Relaxe
2024-11-29 13:20:00
#projects #awaiting #launch
What actions do the residents of Matsatsa propose the authorities take to address the delays in project implementation?
## Interview with a Matsatsa Resident
**Interviewer:** Welcome to the show, [Guest Name]. We’re here today to discuss the situation in Matsatsa following the President’s commitment of 300 million FCFA for development projects in the Ogooué-Lolo province.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** In May, President Oligui Nguema announced this funding, but we’re now approaching the end of the year and work in Matsatsa seems to be stalled. Can you shed some light on what’s happening?
**Guest:** It’s true that work has begun in Koulamoutou, the provincial capital, but here in Matsatsa, we’re still waiting. This funding is desperately needed. We’ve identified several critical projects – access to clean water for everyone in the district being a top priority. Many of our schools are in dire need of rehabilitation, and housing conditions are also a major concern. [[1](https://gabonmediatime.com/matsatsa-les-populations-pour-lerection-du-district-en-departement/)]
**Interviewer:** What’s the mood like in Matsatsa regarding these delays?
**Guest:** There’s a sense of frustration growing. We understand that large-scale projects take time, but we need transparency. We’d like to see a clear timeline for when these projects will be implemented in Matsatsa. The President did visit our district, and we expressed our strong desire for development.
**Interviewer:** What would you say to the authorities regarding these delays?
**Guest:** We urge them to prioritize Matsatsa. We’re a vibrant community with a lot of potential. These development projects will not only improve our living conditions but also contribute to the overall growth of the Ogooué-Lolo province. We’re hopeful that the authorities will listen to our pleas and take swift action.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your time and insights, [Guest Name]. We’ll continue following this story closely.
