Congo Republic’s Sassou wins re-election with nearly 95pc in tightly controlled vote
Incumbent President of the Republic of Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso, who is running for re-election, speaks after casting his vote during the presidential election at a polling station in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, March 15, 2026.
Congo Republic President Denis Sassou Nguesso has been re-elected with 94.82 percent of the vote, state television said on Tuesday, extending his nearly 42-year rule over the Central African oil producer.
Diplomats and political analysts had expected an easy victory for Sassou, 82, who faced six little‑known challengers in a race whose run‑up was tightly managed by the ruling Congolese Labour Party.
