Central African president, mathematician, in power since 2016
The United States has expanded deportations of third‑country nationals under deals with multiple countries, including Central African Republic and Equatorial Guinea. Rights groups warn of abuses as deportees face uncertain futures after removal from the U.S., with many lacking ties to the destination nations.
Bozizé is facing trial in Bangui in absentia for crimes by his security forces tied to Bossembele abuses; three former officers are in pre-trial detention. The Special Criminal Court is pursuing allegations of murder, torture and rape linked to the presidential guard and other security forces.
France’s foreign ministry has opened an administrative inquiry into Ambassador Bruno Foucher after reports he hosted about 30 women at his Bangui residence between January 2024 and March 2026. Disciplinary proceedings are ongoing as Paris seeks to repair ties with the Central African Republic amid Russian influence.