Valentine Ngombo

Valentine Ngombo is a Gabonese trader who has gained notoriety after being accused of selling cassava contaminated with fecal matter in the market of Lébamba. Following the alarming discovery made by a customer, Ngombo has been detained since May 14, 2026, facing serious charges including sorcery and public disorder. Her case has sparked significant public interest and debate, leading to her trial at the tribunal de première instance de Mouila, where prosecutors have recommended a five-year prison sentence, highlighting the case's broader implications on food safety and public health in the region.