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Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso Wins Fifth Term, Provisional Results Show
17 March, 2026.Africa.5 sources
Key Takeaways
- Sassou Nguesso reelected for a fifth term.
- Sassou Nguesso has governed nearly 42 years.
- Country faces high debt, unemployment, and widespread poverty.
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“He is running against six little-known candidates, with analysts saying none of them can mount a significant challenge against the incumbent, who has been in power for nearly 42 years”
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