Central African Republic votes as President Touadéra seeks third term
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In the Central African Republic, President Faustin-Archange Touadéra, in power since 2016, is seeking a third consecutive term in general elections taking place this Sunday.
Breakdown
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- Opposition criticizes removal of presidential term limits 51s
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