CAR Votes for Change: Peaceful Elections Yield High Turnout

The Central African Republic’s general elections concluded peacefully on Sunday with a significant voter turnout reported across the country.

The Réseau Arc-en-Ciel (RAC), the nation’s leading domestic observation network, praised the voting process, stating it was marked by “orderly conduct and significant civic participation”.

Approximately 2.4 million eligible voters cast ballots for the presidency, legislative seats, and local authorities at 6,700 polling stations nationwide. International observers from the European Union (EU) and African Union (AU) echoed the RAC’s assessment, highlighting the peaceful nature of the elections.

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Incumbent President Faustin-Archange Touadéra, seeking a third term, is viewed as the dominant figure in the presidential race, backed by the United Hearts Movement (MCU). His main challengers include former Prime Ministers Anicet-Georges Dologuélé and Henri-Marie Dondra.

The National Elections Authority (A.N.E.) will announce preliminary results on January 5, 2026. A potential runoff election is scheduled for February 2026 if no candidate secures an absolute majority.

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