Repubblica centrafricana
On January 19, 2026, the Constitutional Council of the Central African Republic (CAR) officially confirmed President Faustin-Archange Touadéra’s re-election for a third term, awarding him 77.9% of the vote—an increase from the previously reported 76.15%. This decision came despite opposition allegations of widespread electoral fraud.
Main opposition candidate Anicet Georges Dologuélé, who received 13.1% of the vote, contested the results and declared himself the winner. However, his appeal was rejected by the council due to a lack of evidence supporting his claims.
Touadéra faced six challengers in the election, though the main opposition coalition boycotted the election, citing an unequal political environment. The 2026 election marked the first time Central Africans voted in a comprehensive election covering presidential, legislative, regional, and municipal levels. A 2023 referendum removed presidential term limits, allowing Touadéra to run again.
The country remains fragile following a 2013 conflict and a partially abandoned 2019 peace agreement. Tensions have also emerged between Touadéra and Russia over the role of the Wagner mercenary group, tasked with presidential security. Touadéra's inauguration is set for March 30.
