CAR Launches Election Race Amid Tensions, Voter Cards Distributed

The Central African Republic has begun distributing voter cards for crucial national elections set for December 28, 2025. The vote will decide the country's president, national lawmakers, and local government leaders. This process starts as the nation faces ongoing security challenges. Armed groups control large parts of the territory despite a peace deal. The election is seen as a major test for the government of President Faustin-Archange Touadéra. He is expected to run for a second term. Observers say a fair and safe vote will be difficult to organize. The national election authority is overseeing the card distribution. Officials urge all registered citizens to collect their cards to participate.