History
There was a massive slave trade in Gabon. How long did this trade period last?
From the 1760s-1840s.
What kind of government does Gabon have?
A Republic.
Who was Gabon's first president?
Gabriel Léon M'ba.
What statue was made as a symbol of the slave trade ending, the name meaning The Stele of Freedom?
La Stele de Liberte.
What fruit is used in making a Gabonese dish called 'bush butter"?
The Atanga fruit.
What country first discovered Gabon?
Portugal.
How many branches of government does Gabon have?
Three branches.
Who went to the Olympics representing Gabon in 2021?
Anthony Obame.
What is the name of the building that the Gabonese president lives in?
Palais Présidentiel.
Nyembwe is a Gabonese dish, which is chicken with what kind of nut?
The Palm Nut.
When did Gabon finally become free from France's rule?
August 17, 1960.
Who is the current president of Gabon?
Brice Oligui Nguema.
Which Gabonese actor is known as "Nollywood's Bad Boy"?
Jim Lyke.
What is the name of the building that is a tribute to Leon Mba (on of Gabon's old presidents?)
The Leon Mba Memorial.
The country of Gabon is heavily influenced by French culture. What is a common French pastry there?
Beignets.
Which French ruler ended the slave trade that was occuring in Gabon?
King Louis.
Who was the first leader of the executive branch (of the African Union) to have Chinese decent? (This leader is from Gabon.)
Jean Ping.
Who is the famous basketball player from Gabon who last played for South Carolina and has played in the NBA?
Chris Silva.
What famous church in Gabon shows a specific saint slaying a dragon, and is covered in many pillars?
The Church of St. Michael Nkembo.
This food is a porridge made out of pounded roots. What is this porridge called?
Fufu.
What did this king want in return for helping Gabon?
He wanted the Gabonese people to accept his rule.
Who was the first Gabonese female to become a vice president?
Rose Christiane Raponda.
Who was a Gabonese politician and also a poet?
Georges Rawiri.
What national park in Gabon is known for its biodiversity, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Lopé National Park.
Gabonese people eat skewers, but there is a specific dish related to food on skewers. What is this French skewer food called?
Brochettes.