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Congo-Brazzaville’s Sassou N’Guesso Confirms Re‑Election Bid for March 15 Vote

The main opposition is sitting out, leaving the veteran leader without a major rival.

FILE - President of Congo Denis Sassou N'Guesso addresses the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Sept. 24, 2025, at U.N. headquarters. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith, File)

Overview

  • The presidential election is set for March 15 after the government moved it up from March 22 without explanation.
  • A 2015 referendum removed presidential term and age limits, keeping Denis Sassou N’Guesso eligible to run.
  • Under the current constitution, another five-year term would be his last of three.
  • The ruling Congolese Labour Party has already named him its candidate, while about a dozen lesser-known contenders have declared, including Alexis Bongo and former rebel leader Frederic Bintsamou.
  • The race unfolds against economic strain, with youth unemployment near 42% and rural electricity access around 15% despite the country’s oil wealth.