Congo Republic President Sassou Nguesso wins re-election, state TV reports

He receives 94.82 percent votes

Incumbent President of the Republic of Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso, who is running for re-election, votes during the presidential election at a polling station in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, Mar 15, 2026. REUTERS/Roch Bouka

Congo Republic President Denis Sassou Nguesso has been re-elected with 94.82 percent of the vote, state television said on Tuesday, extending his nearly 42 years leading the Central African oil producer.