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Political Turmoil: Central African Republic and Guinea Hold Elections

12/29/2025

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Elections took place in the Central African Republic and Guinea on December 29, 2025, amid political instability.
In the Central African Republic, President Faustin-Archange Touadéra seeks a third term after term limits were removed.
In Guinea, General Mamady Doumbouya, Guinea's military ruler, is expected to win the presidency in the first election since the coup, with 6.7 million registered voters.
Both nations face challenges from past coups and civil unrest.

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Story summary

Elections took place in the Central African Republic and Guinea on December 29, 2025, amid political instability.
In the Central African Republic, President Faustin-Archange Touadéra seeks a third term after term limits were removed.
In Guinea, General Mamady Doumbouya, Guinea's military ruler, is expected to win the presidency in the first election since the coup, with 6.7 million registered voters.
Both nations face challenges from past coups and civil unrest.