Ali Bongo Ondimba

ModernPoliticianGabon1959 — ?

Gabonese president overthrown in 2023 coup.

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Quick Facts

Born

1959

Country

Gabon

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score43.7

Ali Bongo Ondimba — Complete Timeline

2009 AD

Elected President of GabonPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the death of his father Omar Bongo, Ali Bongo Ondimba won the presidential election in Gabon. His victory was contested by the opposition, leading to protests and accusations of electoral fraud.

ElectionSuccessionControversy

Impact: national

2018 AD

Suffered StrokeOther◆ Major

Ali Bongo Ondimba suffered a stroke while attending a summit in Saudi Arabia. He spent months abroad recovering, which fueled speculation about his health and ability to govern, leading to a power vacuum and attempted coup in 2019.

Health CrisisPower VacuumSpeculation

Impact: nationaltragic

2023 AD

Overthrown in Coup d'ÉtatPolitical Action

On August 30, 2023, military officers led by General Brice Oligui Nguema announced the overthrow of President Ali Bongo Ondimba. The coup occurred shortly after Bongo was declared winner of a disputed election, ending his 14-year rule.

CoupEnd of RegimeMilitary Takeover

Impact: nationaldestructive