Central African Republic election candidates and key issues.

Citizens of the Central African Republic (CAR) are set to vote in controversial elections expected to extend President Faustin-Archange Touadera’s tenure beyond two terms, following the abolition of term limits through a referendum. Some opposition groups are boycotting the vote, citing concerns over fairness and delays in approving major challengers. CAR, plagued by political conflict and an ongoing civil war, is facing challenges in handling the elections amid fears of instability. Touadera, a mathematician and current president, faces prominent opposition leaders in the race, with his administration’s legacy being a mix of achievements and criticism.

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