Simon Ndong Edzo
GabonpoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Simon Ndong Edzo is a prominent figure in Gabon's educational sector and a former president of the Syndicat autonome des enseignants du Gabon (SAEG). Recently, he was arrested by law enforcement at his home in Awoungou, following a wave of arrests targeting union leaders amid a significant strike by teachers protesting against poor working conditions and unpaid salaries. Despite being retired, Ndong Edzo remains an active advocate for educators' rights, demonstrating his commitment to social justice and collective action within the teaching community.
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Simon Ndong Edzo is another union figure who was imprisoned for obstructing access to public services.
[Paru sur le Gabon] Oligui Nguema face à la grogne : le tableau sans concession de Jeune Afrique | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-06-01
Simon Ndong Edzo was imprisoned by the government, raising concerns about the treatment of recognized entities in the education sector.
Grève de SOS Éducation : Au révélateur d’un mouvement spontané | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-02-04
The CGSL acknowledges the release of Marcel Libama and Simon Ndong Edzo but is still upset about their recent arrests.
Crise sociale au Gabon : La CGSL rompt le silence et interpelle Libreville | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-27
Simon Ndong Edzo was recently arrested along with Marcel Libama, highlighting the tensions in the country.
La CGSL réclame un Conseil national du dialogue social pour prévenir les crises | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-27The unions condition any resolution to the crisis on the release of Simon Ndong Edzo.
Jean Gaspard Ntoutoume Ayi : «Le Médiateur est totalement autonome, il n'a ni conclusions, ni recommandations à produire» | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-26
Simon Ndong Edzo is highlighted as another activist facing imprisonment, which is seen as a threat to civil liberties.
Suites de la grève de SOS Education : Ni pour l’exemple ni monnaie d'échange | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-26
Simon Ndong Edzo is another leader detained alongside Marcel Libama, and his release is also a prerequisite for the resumption of classes.
Crise à l’éducation nationale : la libération de Libama et Ndong Edzo, le préalable non négociable de «SOS Éducation La Base» | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-24
Simon Ndong Edzo was arrested alongside Marcel Libama for his active support of a strike movement.
[Tribune] Arrestation de Libama et Ndong Edzo : «Quand le pouvoir criminalise le soutien syndical» | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-23
Simon Ndong Edzo is a key figure in the labor movement who was arrested alongside Marcel Libama.
Dérives autoritaires au Gabon : l’incarcération de Marcel Libama et Simon Ndong Edzo embrase le front social | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-23
Simon Ndong Edzo was detained for advocating for his rights as an educator.
Suites de la grève de SOS Education : Plus jamais de prison pour un dû | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-23
Simon Ndong Edzo is a known figure in the trade union movement who was recently arrested.
Syndicalistes interpellés, État de droit sous tension : EPG tire la sonnette d’alarme | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-20
Simon Ndong Edzo, a former union leader, was arrested by law enforcement at his home in Owendo.
Vague d’interpellations dans le milieu syndical : Simon Ndong Edzo arrêté à son tour | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-01-20