French Ambassador to Central African Republic Under Investigation

Sun Sep 06 2026 06:10:25 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Disciplinary action launched against France’s top diplomat amid allegations of misconduct at his official residence in Bangui.

France’s foreign ministry has opened a disciplinary inquiry into its ambassador in the Central African Republic, Bruno Foucher, after a French weekly reported that he hosted dozens of women at his residence, some of whom stayed overnight. The allegations, covering events between January and March 2024, raise security concerns and highlight the need for stricter diplomatic conduct. Foucher, 65, has served in Bangui since 2023 and has not publicly responded to the accusations. The proceeding is still ongoing, with no details yet on its outcome or duration.

France launched disciplinary proceedings against its ambassador to the Central African Republic, Bruno Foucher, after a French weekly reported that he brought dozens of women to his official residence in Bangui. Some were said to have stayed overnight, sparking concerns about security breaches and diplomatic conduct.

The allegations cover events between January and March 2024 and have prompted hearings within France’s foreign ministry, a senior source told the BBC. The ambassador has not given a public statement.

The case shows how diplomatic standards are monitored even after a country’s ties are restored. France and the Central African Republic had previously strained relations, but the latest visit by the French foreign minister praised the re‑establishment of full diplomatic ties.

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