Latest news in Central African Republic? September 28th, 2026

ICC Conviction of Former Séléka Commander: On September 23, 2026, judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague convicted former Séléka militia commander Mahamat Said Abdel Kani of crimes against humanity and war crimes, including torture and cruel treatment committed during the 2013 conflict in Bangui. The verdict received widespread attention and mixed reactions across the country, with victims acknowledging accountability while noting the dismissal of certain counts.

Humanitarian Access Blocked in Haut-Mbomou: The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that armed groups ambushed and obstructed aid convoys attempting to reach Djéma from Zémio. The escalating security threat has left over 20,000 vulnerable civilians cut off from essential relief supplies and prompted heightened alerts over ongoing abductions and violence in the south-eastern prefecture.

Severe Food Insecurity and Lean Season Pressure: Humanitarian agencies reported that more than 2 million people in the Central African Republic are experiencing acute food insecurity during the current lean season. Emergency food distributions continue in northern and eastern hubs like Am-Dafock, which remain heavily strained by internally displaced populations and cross-border refugee arrivals fleeing violence in Sudan.

Diplomatic Activity: On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly late this month, the Central African Republic concluded formal agreements to establish bilateral diplomatic relations with several states, including Cyprus and Kazakhstan.