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PCT Backs Sassou Nguesso for 2026 Re-election Bid

12/31/2025

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The Congolese Labour Party (PCT) endorsed President Denis Sassou Nguesso for re-election in March 2026 at a congress with over 3,000 members.
He has ruled since returning to power in 1997 after a civil war.
The election is scheduled for March 22, 2026, with military voting on March 17 to ensure order.
An opposition alliance seeks to reform electoral oversight.

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The Congolese Labour Party (PCT) endorsed President Denis Sassou Nguesso for re-election in March 2026 at a congress with over 3,000 members.
He has ruled since returning to power in 1997 after a civil war.
The election is scheduled for March 22, 2026, with military voting on March 17 to ensure order.
An opposition alliance seeks to reform electoral oversight.