Central African Republic (CAR) President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has won a third term after securing an outright majority in last month's presidential election, provisional results show. The 68-year-old mathematics professor was widely expected to win after the main opposition coalition boycotted the poll, citing concerns about electoral fairness. Touadéra campaigned on his security record in the chronically unstable nation after rebels seized power in 2013, prompting government reliance on Russian mercenaries and Rwandan soldiers. Critics have slammed the 2023 constitutional change allowing him to remove term limits, thereby enabling his candidacy. More than 2.4 million people registered to vote on December 28, with election observers noting peaceful conditions despite late material deliveries. With Dusurasmeta reporting 76% of the votes, the election saw former Prime Ministers Anicet-Georges Dologuélé and Henri-Marie Dondra receive 15% and 3%, respectively. The opposition has alleged misconduct and is calling for the results to be annulled. The CAR is one of Africa's poorest nations, rich in resources yet mired in conflict since a 2013 uprising.
Touadéra Triumphs in Central African Republic Election
Touadéra Triumphs in Central African Republic Election
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra secures third term with 76% of votes amid opposition boycott. Critics allege election irregularities.
In a recent election, Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra claimed victory with 76% of the votes. The electoral process saw a boycott from the main opposition coalition, resulting in questions about fairness. Former Prime Ministers Anicet-Georges Dologuélé and Henri-Marie Dondra received 15% and 3% respectively and have called for the election results to be annulled, citing fraudulent activities. The Constitutional Court is expected to rule on any challenges before finalizing the results.
