American Embassy The US Embassy in Libreville works with the governments of both Gabon and Sao Tome and Principe to advance democracy and human rights, promote economic reform and diversification, and improve regional stability. The Embassy protects American citizens in those countries and seeks to increase American investment and trade.	Flag of Gabon
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The Post and Its Administration
The Chancery is located in a remodeled bank overlooking the estuary near the heart of Libreville. The Administrative Section is housed in offices next to the Chancery. The post is organized along traditional Embassy lines. The Ambassador, a Deputy Chief of Mission, an Economic/Consular Officer, a Political Officer, and one American Office Management Specialist make up the basic State program personnel. The Administrative Section is headed by the Administrative Officer and consists of a General Services Officer, two Information Management Officers, and local employees.

The Chancery phone numbers are (Country Code 241) 76-20-03/04 and 74-34-92.

Embassy office hours are:
Monday - Thursday, 8:00am to 5:15 pm
Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm
Please note the Embassy Holiday Schedule.

Peace Corps
Peace Corps first came to Gabon in 1963. Normally, 60-70 Volunteers work in environmental and health education programs, and teaching English as a second language. Most Volunteers are located in the interior of the country. The Peace Corps Gabon staff includes a Director and two Associate Directors. See the Peace Corps website for more information.

International Broadcasting Bureau (VOA) Sao Tome Transmitting Station
The Station broadcasts Voice Of America programs to all of Africa in six different languages. The Station began operations on Sao Tome in 1992. The Station also broadcasts programs for Sao Tome's Radio Nacional on the island. The Station has a staff of three American officers plus local staff. Read about VOA activities on their website. (There is also VOA information in Portuguese).