Latest news in Central African Republic? September 29th, 2026

Recent developments in the Central African Republic include:

• International Criminal Court (ICC) Verdict: In late September 2026, judges at the ICC convicted Mahamat Said Abdel Kani, a former Seleka militia leader, of crimes against humanity, including torture committed at a detention center during the country’s conflict.

• Humanitarian and Security Situation: The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported ongoing security risks, particularly in the Haut-Mbomou prefecture, where persistent armed violence, abductions, and roadblocks continue to disrupt humanitarian assistance and missions.

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• Food Security Challenges: The World Food Programme (WFP) highlighted that over two million people in the Central African Republic continue to face acute food insecurity during the lean season, exacerbated by displacement and regional insecurity, though targeted aid operations are ongoing in hard-to-reach areas like Am-Dafock.

• Diplomatic Relations: Russia moved forward with finalizing a new bilateral Treaty on the Foundations of Relations with the Central African Republic, reflecting ongoing diplomatic and security cooperation between the two governments.