Loud explosions and gunfire resounded through the Nkembo neighbourhood of Gabon’s capital on Thursday as security forces clashed with demonstrators protesting President Ali Bongo’s election victory.
Protesters claimed the election was rigged, witnesses told Reuters.
Clashes over the election result started on Wednesday when the parliament was partially set on fire.
Overnight, security forces assaulted the headquarters of opposition leader Jean Ping, according to Ping and witnesses.