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Faustin-Archange Touadera sworn in as President of Central Africa

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Faustin-Archange Touadera was sworn in as the president of the Central African Republic in the main stadium at Bangui.

Faustin-Archange Touadera sworn in as President of Central Africa

Political Scenario

  • Central African Republic has been at political unrest since the communal violence between Christians and Muslims that took place in 2013
  • Following this, France sent its troops and established ‘Sangaris’ operation to restore peace
  • Pope Francis visited the African Nation in November, 2015
  • Later the decision to conduct the elections was taken in December
  • The elections were conducted successfully in February and Faustin Archange Touadera won the elections
  • He is a 58 year old former Maths teacher and he got 63 per cent vote
  • The France government has proposed to withdraw its troops following the establishment of the government

Key points:

  • Capital of Central African Republic – Bangui
  • Currency– Central African CFA Franc