What does the cryptic crossword clue "African republic against holding up talk (5)" mean?

The definition is "African republic". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GAB (synonym="talk") + ON (synonym="against") = GABON; definition: "African republic" The answer is GABON.

African republic against holding up talk (5)

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