Gabon’s state gaming operator sets four key priorities
La Gabonaise des Jeux has set out its priorities as Gabon continues implementing reforms to restructure the country’s gaming market.
Gabon.- Gabon’s state gaming operator, La Gabonaise des Jeux (GDJ), has outlined four priorities for the country’s gaming sector as it steps up efforts to strengthen oversight and tackle illegal gambling.
GDJ said it would carry out its mission with integrity, transparency and responsibility, in compliance with the laws and regulations in force. “Secure the sector, protect the players, fight against illegal practices and contribute sustainably to the economic development of the country, these are the four pillars that guide our action,” GDJ said in a statement.
The announcement comes as GDJ moves into the next stage of its development following a major restructuring of Gabon’s gambling market.
GDJ was established in December 2025 as Gabon’s state-owned gaming operator under Ordinance No. 0011/PR/2025. It is responsible for organising, operating and controlling gaming activities within the state monopoly.
The transition accelerated in 2026, with existing gambling authorisations entering an expiry phase from April 7. Operators were required to regularise their activities under the new GDJ framework by July 7. GDJ also opened an expression-of-interest process for private operators seeking licences under the restructured market.
At its first Board of Directors meeting on August 7, GDJ approved its Strategic Development Plan, operating budget, investment budget and internal regulations, establishing the framework for its operational rollout.
GDJ has also begun developing links with other African lottery operators. From August 10–14, a delegation undertook a five-day benchmarking mission at Senegal’s LONASE, covering areas including lottery management, product development, sales, customer service and gaming technology.
GDJ’s role includes developing and diversifying gaming and entertainment offerings, strengthening oversight and surveillance, and centralising financial flows within the sector.
