Introduction Gabon, a Central African nation rich in natural resources but facing significant socioeconomic development challenges, has over the decades established a social security framework that attempts to address the diverse needs of its approximately 2.3 million population (World Bank, 2023). From its inception in the post-independence era to the reform efforts of recent years, Gabon’s social security system represents an important case study of how developing nations with resource-dependent economies build social protection nets. This blog explores the historical development, current structure, challenges, and future prospects of Gabon’s social security system. Historical Development of Social Security in Gabon Early Foundations (1960s–1970s) Gabon’s journey toward establishing a comprehensive social security system began shortly after gaining independence from France in 1960. Early social security measures built on colonial pension schemes for civil servants, focusing primarily on formal sector employees (International Social Security Association , 2023). The foundation of Gabon’s modern social...