The story so far · 2 days, October 24 to 25, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Bangui, Central African Republic on October 24, 2026. Newest first.
The three were kidnapped in Bambouti in December, on the day of the general election. Armed groups control parts of the country's remote areas.
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Three hostages freed this week after 10 months in captivity arrived in Bangui on a UN flight. They are a local government official and two members of the national election authority. President Faustin-Archange Touadéra greeted them on their return.
Why it matters: Their release is a relief for election workers in a country where armed groups still operate.
Sources: Africanews · See it on the globe
Three hostages held for 10 months arrived in Bangui on a UN flight and were greeted by President Faustin-Archange Touadéra. They are a local government official and two members of the national election authority. They were kidnapped in Bambouti on election day in December.
Why it matters: Their release ends a long ordeal for election workers in a country where armed groups control remote areas.
Sources: Africanews · See it on the globe