Central African Republic’s Election Runner-Up Denounces Results, Accusing Authorities of Fraud. Bangui, Central African Republic — January 8, 2026 Lead Paragraph Anicet Georges Dologuélé, the runner-up in the Central African Republic’s presidential election, has publicly rejected the provisional results, asserting that the election data was manipulated by the National Elections Authority.
The election, which took place on Sunday, has been marred by allegations of fraud and irregularities, with Dologuélé and other opposition figures calling for the cancellation of the poll.
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The provisional results, announced by the National Elections Authority, indicate that President Faustin — Archange Touadéra secured 76. 1 percent of the votes, thus winning a third term.
Dologuélé, however, received only 14.
6 percent of the votes, and he claims that more than half of the results have been omitted. “All the figures announced by the president of the National Elections Authority are very far from the truth, “Dologuélé stated, though he did not provide evidence to support his claim.
A spokesperson for Touadéra, Evariste Ngamana, dismissed Dologuélé’s allegations, calling him a sore loser. “We all know that more than half of the results have not been taken into account, “Dologuélé said suggesting manipulation by the elections authority.
The final election results are expected to be announced on January 20.
The major opposition coalition had boycotted the vote, citing concerns about electoral fairness. This backdrop, combined with the country’s history of instability and conflict, has raised questions about the legitimacy of the election and its potential impact on the nation’s stability. Henri Marie Dondra, a former Prime Minister who received 3.
19 percent of the vote, also demanded the election be cancelled, alleging fraud and violations of electoral law. Central African Republic has long been threatened by armed groups and has turned to Russia for security help, including the Wagner mercenary group, which has been responsible for Touadéra’s security. Ending.
The situation remains fluid, with the international community yet to publicly respond to the allegations of fraud. Further details are expected as the election process continues.
The credibility of the election results and the nation’s stability hang in the balance.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
