Central African Republic

Building a Future or Securing Power? Examining President Touadera's Bid for a Third Term in the Central African Republic In the heart of Africa, the Central African Republic (CAR) finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. President Faustin-Archange Touadera's recent announcement to seek a third term has not only ignited debates within the nation but has also raised eyebrows among international observers. Given the backdrop of a controversial constitutional overhaul, this move takes on significant implications, particularly in…

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has delivered a significant verdict regarding Patrice-Edouard Ngaïssona, the former head of football for the Central African Republic (CAR). He has been found guilty of 28 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity. This ruling marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing pursuit of justice as it reflects the court's commitment to addressing the atrocities committed during a brutal conflict that has scarred the nation. In a trial that spanned nearly four years, more than 170 witnesses…

In a devastating incident during high school exams in Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, twenty-nine students lost their lives due to a catastrophic stampede. The chaos erupted following an explosion at an electricity transformer, which sparked panic among approximately 6,000 candidates. This tragic event unfolded on the second day of finals, turning a moment of aspiration into a scene of anguish. The transformer, which had only recently undergone repairs, was situated on the ground floor of the…

A recent UN report has shed light on the alarming situation faced by Muslim communities and Sudanese refugees in the Southeast Central African Republic (CAR). Commissioned by the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) in conjunction with the UN peacekeeping mission, MINUSCA, this comprehensive inquiry has surfaced harrowing evidence of egregious human rights violations committed by various armed groups. The findings paint a grim picture: summary executions, acts of sexual violence, instances of torture, and treatment that can only…

In a significant development, the Special Criminal Court, which delves into human rights breaches from the nation's civil war, has apprehended Abakar Zakaria Hamid. Hamid, a prominent figure in the Seleka militia—a rebellious band that took over Bangui in 2023—is under indictment. He stands accused of masterminding a vicious assault on a church a decade ago, an attack that tragically claimed the lives of no less than 17 individuals. Additionally, seven other persons are now in custody, facing charges linked to this heinous…

New Mpox Outbreaks Erupt in Kenya and Central African Republic Kenya and the Central African Republic have reported fresh outbreaks of mpox, with health officials racing against time to curb the virus’s spread in an area already grappling with limited vaccine supplies. This past Wednesday, Nairobi confirmed its outbreak after identifying a case in a traveler who crossed into Rwanda from Uganda via a southern border checkpoint in Kenya. The Central African Republic announced its situation on Monday, revealing that the…

In Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, almost a thousand children live on the streets. Mostly aged 8 to 15 years, they are left to themselves for various reasons. Befa Centro, a Central African musician based in Chevilly-Larue in France,…

Due to a lack of funds, the local elections scheduled for September 11 will not take place on this date, the president of the National Electoral Commission (ANE) announced. The funds allocated by the state and those promised by the donors to organize the vote…

In the Central African Republic, the Republican dialogue promised by President Touadéra for more than a year should begin on Monday, March 21, in Bangui. During one week, 450 participants who will represent the "living forces of the nation" will debate on major…

Former Secretary of State Maxime Mokom has been locked up in LaHaye since Monday. Mokom is suspected of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the 2013 and 2014 civil wars. In Bangui, victims' associations and authorities welcome the transfer…