Africa's 2026 election cycle is gaining momentum, with several key presidential elections taking place across the continent. In Djibouti, voters are set to head to the polls on 10 April 2026. The race features two official candidates: incumbent Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, who is seeking a sixth term in office, and Mohamed Farah Samatar of the Centre of Unified Democrats. Meanwhile, in Benin, a presidential election is scheduled for 12 April 2026. The vote marks a significant political transition, as incumbent Patrice Talon is expected to step down after serving the maximum two terms allowed under the constitution. In the Republic of the Congo, Denis Sassou Nguesso was re-elected in March with 94.82% of the vote, extending his rule to nearly 42 years over the oil-producing nation. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Political Analyst, Jean Donald Taladzi..

<p>Africa's 2026 election cycle is gaining momentum, with several key presidential elections taking place across the continent. In Djibouti, voters are set to head to the polls on 10 April 2026. The race features two official candidates: incumbent Isma&iuml;l Omar Guelleh, who is seeking a sixth term in office, and Mohamed Farah Samatar of the Centre of Unified Democrats. Meanwhile, in Benin, a presidential election is scheduled for 12 April 2026. The vote marks a significant political transition, as incumbent Patrice Talon is expected to step down after serving the maximum two terms allowed under the constitution. In the Republic of the Congo, Denis Sassou Nguesso was re-elected in March with 94.82% of the vote, extending his rule to nearly 42 years over the oil-producing nation. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Political Analyst, Jean Donald Taladzi..</p>

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