Once confined to Gabonese traditions, the iboga plant is now poised for a groundbreaking industrial transformation. As the opioid crisis grips the United States, this native shrub is attracting unprecedented global attention for its potential in addiction treatment. Libreville is stepping up to reclaim control of this valuable resource, reshaping its economic future.
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