The court just called it for a controversial third-term win in the Central African Republic. The Constitutional Court declared Faustin Archange Touadera president-elect with roughly seventy-eight percent of the vote. His main rival, Anicet-George Dologuélé, claimed fraud after receiving about thirteen percent. The court rejected his appeal, providing legal backing for Touadera's continued rule despite opposition allegations of irregularities.
Voter turnout passed fifty percent with millions casting ballots in combined presidential and legislative elections. Touadera has served as president for multiple terms. His prior administration relied heavily on foreign military support from Russian Wagner Group mercenaries and Rwandan troops. This assistance helped secure the capital, Bangui, and bolster national forces against rebel groups.
The president previously orchestrated a constitutional referendum removing term limits. This change permitted his latest candidacy. The election occurred under significant Russian influence due to Touadera's ties with that nation's leadership. The court's confirmation solidifies his extended hold on power following a vote critics describe as problematic.
Voter turnout passed fifty percent with millions casting ballots in combined presidential and legislative elections. Touadera has served as president for multiple terms. His prior administration relied heavily on foreign military support from Russian Wagner Group mercenaries and Rwandan troops. This assistance helped secure the capital, Bangui, and bolster national forces against rebel groups.
The president previously orchestrated a constitutional referendum removing term limits. This change permitted his latest candidacy. The election occurred under significant Russian influence due to Touadera's ties with that nation's leadership. The court's confirmation solidifies his extended hold on power following a vote critics describe as problematic.
