Presidential Elections in the Republic of Congo
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On 15 March, the Republic of Congo staged its fifth presidential election since Denis Sassou Nguesso reclaimed power after the 1997 civil war. Few citizens bothered to participate. He was declared victor on 17 March with 94.82% of the vote, despite his long record of corruption, economic mismanagement, and human rights abuses.
When his new term expires in 2031, he will have ruled Congo for some 47 years. He first seized power in a 1979 coup, was forced to convene a Sovereign National Conference
When his new term expires in 2031, he will have ruled Congo for some 47 years. He first seized power in a 1979 coup, was forced to convene a Sovereign National Conference
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