President Faustin-Archange Touadera has clinched a decisive third term in the Central African Republic's presidential election, securing 76.15% of votes according to provisional results released this week. The 68-year-old leader, first elected in 2016, extended his mandate following a 2023 constitutional referendum that removed term limits.
Former Prime Minister Anicet-Georges Dologuele trailed with 14.66% support, while ex-Finance Minister Henri-Marie Dondra received 3.19%. Both opposition candidates have alleged electoral irregularities, though authorities maintain the process was transparent.
With 2.3 million registered voters and 52.42% turnout, the election's outcome now moves to constitutional review. The court must certify final results by January 20, 2026, amid international observers' calls for due process.
This political development carries implications for regional stability and resource partnerships in Central Africa. Analysts are monitoring how Touadera's renewed mandate might affect security cooperation and diamond trade agreements with Asian economic partners.
