Central African Republic
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CAR: Touadéra’s third-term plans are pushing CAR to the brink
In his quest to remake the country in his image, President Touadéra has unleashed forces he may not be able to control. Half-way into ... -
CAR’s surprise release of a war crimes suspect is a blow to justice and peace
The release of government minister Ali from custody is the latest sign of President Touadéra’s disregard for democratic principles. On 26 November 2021, authorities ... -
Why the Central African Republic and the US might need each other
The US has the neutrality and influence to mediate in the CAR. It would also be a chance for Biden to show that diplomacy ... -
Russia in the Central African Republic: New allies, same challenges
Russia recently sent an additional 300 military advisors to support President Touadéra as part of a deepening relationship. What’s in it for each side? ... -
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Meet the man trying to recreate Uber in CAR’s capital of Bangui. In the sun-drenched capital of Bangui, yellow cabs, 4x4s emblazoned with NGO ... -
Bemba’s day in court and another blow for the ICC
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“I just want to live like a normal man”: What’s stopping CAR disarming?
Speaking to combatants in the Central African Republic reveals their true motivations for taking up arms. The ongoing instability in the Central African Republic ... -
“They amused themselves with my body”: Male survivors of sexual violence stay silent in CAR
Sexual violence is widespread in the Central African Republic’s conflict, including against thousands of men and boys. During an attack on his village near ... -
The world has put its faith in CAR’s leadership. It should think again.
Is it right to assume that President Touadera’s government is working towards peace? In his speech at the UN General Assembly this September, President ... -
As CAR peace deal unravels, uncertainty looms for thousands of child soldiers
A ceasefire agreed in June aimed at halting the Central African Republic’s five-year conflict barely lasted 24 hours. The ancient gilded room of a ...
