Office holders. Names shown come exclusively from official decrees, cited with their date. Slots still blank are so deliberately: they will be filled in as we go, from official sources (appointment decrees published in the Journal Officiel).
The State
Title IThe foundations of the Republic, as set out in Articles 1 to 3.
Form and principles
A state governed by the rule of law: independent, sovereign, united and indivisible, social, secular and democratic, within its borders of 13 August 1960.
- Motto: Unity — Dignity — Work
- National anthem: La Renaissance
- Official languages: French and Sängö
- National holidays: 1 December and 13 August
Territorial organization
The Republic is composed of seven (7) Regions: Plateaux, Équateur, Yadé, Kaga, Fertit, Haut-Oubangui and Bas-Oubangui.
- Bangui is the capital and holds the status of the Bas-Oubangui region
- Regional boundaries are set by an organic law
Executive power
Title III · Chapter 1Executive power comprises the President of the Republic and the Government (art. 64).
President of the Republic
Represents the Nation, symbol of national unity, guarantor of national independence and territorial integrity. Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. Chairs the Council of Ministers.
- Elected by direct universal suffrage, two-round majority ballot
- Seven (7) year renewable term (art. 67)
- Minimum age: 30 · Central African by origin, exclusive nationality
- Mandatory declaration of assets (art. 73)
Vice-President of the Republic
Appointed by the President of the Republic, who may delegate certain powers. Deputizes for the President when the latter is outside national territory.
- In the event of vacancy, becomes interim President
- May not stand in the election he or she then organizes
No Vice-President is currently in office. The Constitution provides for the post (art. 83) but does not require it to be filled: the appointment rests with the President of the Republic.
Prime Minister, Head of Government
Determines and conducts the policy of the Nation, whose broad direction is set by the President. Has authority over the Administration and ensures the execution of laws.
- Appointed and dismissed by the President of the Republic
- Accountable to the President and to the National Assembly
- Presents the programme and requests a confidence vote within 45 days (art. 87)
Government — Ministers
Appointed by the President on the proposal of the Prime Minister. Each Minister is responsible for their Department and implements the Government's programme.
- Not combinable with a parliamentary mandate or salaried employment (art. 90)
- Written declaration of assets required (art. 91)
Composition of the Moloua III Government
Appointed or confirmed on the proposal of the Prime Minister. Portfolio titles are reproduced as they appear in the decree; the order is that of the text.
Ministers of State (4)
| Portfolio | Office holder |
|---|---|
| Justice, Promotion of Human Rights and Good Governance, Keeper of the Seals | Arnaud DJOUBAÏ ABAZÈNE |
| National Education | Aurélien Simplice CONGBELET-ZINGAS |
| Equipment and Public Works | Arthur Bertrand PIRI |
| Communication and Media, Government Spokesperson | Évariste NGAMANA |
Ministers (27)
| Portfolio | Office holder |
|---|---|
| Transport and Civil Aviation | Gontran DJONO AHABA |
| National Defence and Army Reconstruction | Claude Rameaux BIRO |
| Mines and Geology | Rufin BENAM-BELTOUNGOU |
| Finance and Budget | Hervé NDOBA |
| Humanitarian Action, Solidarity and National Reconciliation | Josiane Lina BEMAKASSOUI |
| Foreign Affairs, Francophonie and Central Africans Abroad | Sylvie BAÏPO-TÉMON |
| Territorial Administration, Decentralization and Local Development | Bruno YAPANDÉ |
| General Secretariat of the Government and Relations with the Institutions of the Republic | Ernest MADA |
| Small and Medium Enterprises and Private Sector Promotion | Hippolyte NGATÉ ROBARD |
| Health and Population | Pierre SOMSÉ |
| Trade and Industry | Martial BALALOU |
| Forest Economy, Wildlife and Aquatic Resources | Gervais MBATA |
| Civil Service and Administrative Reform | Marcel DJIMASSÉ |
| Higher Education, Scientific Research and Technological Innovation | Jean Laurent SYSSA-MAGALÉ |
| Gender Promotion, Protection of Women, Family and Children | Marthe KIRIMAT |
| Youth Promotion, Sports and Civic Education | Rodolphe Héritier Bonheur DONENG-WANZOUMON |
| Urban Planning, Land Reform, Cities and Housing | Hassan BOUBA |
| Labour, Employment, Social Protection and Vocational Training | Michelle MWANGA |
| Energy Development and Water Resources | Orphelie Edwige POUNIGNANZA |
| Economy, Planning and International Cooperation | Marc MANDABA |
| Interior and Public Security | Bienvenu ZOKOUÉ |
| Agriculture and Rural Development | Emmanuel BESSANE |
| Environment and Sustainable Development | Silas SEMBÉLA |
| Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration, Repatriation and Follow-up of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation and the N'Djamena Political Agreement | Henri WANZET LINGUISSARA |
| Digital Economy, Posts and Telecommunications | Roger ANDJOLANDJI |
| Livestock and Animal Health | Ahmadou BI ALIOU |
| Arts, Culture and Tourism | Gina LAWSON ROSALEM |
Deputy Ministers (2)
| Portfolio | Office holder |
|---|---|
| to the Minister for Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration and Repatriation — Follow-up of the Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation | Gilbert TOULOU DÉYA |
| to the Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development | Boubacar DIAGNO ADRAMAN |
Legislative power
Title III · Chapter 2Parliament consists of a single chamber: the National Assembly (art. 97).
National Assembly
Votes the law, levies taxation, and oversees the action of the Government. Its members hold the title of Deputy; each Deputy is elected by the Nation as a whole.
- Elected by direct universal suffrage, seven (7) year renewable term
- Two ordinary sessions per year (1 March and 1 October), each 90 days at most
- Eligibility: minimum age 18, Baccalauréat or equivalent (art. 99)
- Parliamentary immunity (art. 105)
Bureau of the National Assembly
Elected within eight (8) days following the installation of the Assembly.
- The President of the Assembly is elected for the duration of the legislature
- Other Bureau members: three (3) year six (6) month renewable term
| 1st Vice-President | Hon. MAPENZI Jean Symphorien |
| 2nd Vice-President | Hon. HEYE ISSAKA Loïck |
| 3rd Vice-President | Hon. NDENGUILO née NAZAMA Prisca Josiane |
| 4th Vice-President | Hon. NGANATOUA Guy Samuel |
| 1st Quaestor | Hon. BONDJO Maxime |
| 2nd Quaestor | Hon. GALLOT Eric Christ |
| 3rd Quaestor | Hon. KOLOU TEFAL |
| 1st Parliamentary Secretary | Hon. BAZZAMBO NGBONGO Maurice Armand |
| 2nd Parliamentary Secretary | Hon. TIYANGOU Dorothée |
| 3rd Parliamentary Secretary | Hon. SOULEMAN BI ASSAN |
| 1st Member | Hon. Max Sylvain BALENDA |
| 2nd Member | Hon. BANDEKO Virginie |
| 3rd Member | Hon. MOLOUT ASSAFI Thierry Aubin |
| 4th Member | DOBIA Omer Alban |
Judicial power
Title III · Chapter 3Justice constitutes a power independent of the legislature and the executive (art. 124). It is administered by the Court of Cassation, the Council of State, the Court of Auditors, the Tribunal of Conflicts, and the Courts and Tribunals.
Court of Cassation
The highest court of the State in the judicial order. Its decisions are not subject to any appeal.
- Gives its opinion on any judicial question submitted by the President of the Republic or the President of the National Assembly
Council of State
The highest court of the State in the administrative order. Its decisions are not subject to any appeal.
- Gives its opinion on bills, legislative proposals, and draft decrees
Court of Auditors
Judges the accounts of public accountants, territorial authorities, and public enterprises and institutions. Assists the National Assembly in settling the Nation's accounts.
- Its decisions may be referred on cassation to the Council of State
Tribunal of Conflicts
A non-permanent parity court handling jurisdictional conflicts between courts of the judicial order and those of the administrative order.
- Its decisions have the authority of res judicata
Superior Council of the Judiciary
Oversees the career management of Magistrates and the independence of the judiciary. Chaired by the President of the Republic, guarantor of the independence of judicial power.
Constitutional institutions
Titles V to XBodies created directly by the Constitution, distinct from the three classic branches.
Constitutional Council
The high court in constitutional matters and the regulating body for the functioning of the Institutions. Oversees the regularity of elections and proclaims their results.
- Eleven (11) members, nine (9) year non-renewable term
- 3 designated by the President of the Republic · 3 by the President of the National Assembly
- 2 law academics · 2 magistrates · 1 lawyer, elected by their peers
- Former Presidents of the Republic are ex officio members, in a consultative capacity
- Its decisions are not subject to any appeal (art. 147)
High Court of Justice
A non-permanent court. Tries the President of the Republic for high treason, as well as Ministers and Deputies liable to prosecution for high treason.
- Six (6) Magistrates and three (3) Deputies elected by secret ballot by their peers
- The President is elected from among the Magistrates; the Vice-President from the Deputies
- Its decisions are not subject to any appeal
Economic, Social and Environmental Council
A consultative assembly on economic, social, cultural and environmental matters. Must be consulted on any plan or programme bill of an economic, social, cultural or environmental character.
- Its members hold the title of Counsellor
- Ensures harmonious and balanced development across all regions
High Council of Communication
Independent of any public authority, political party, association or pressure group. Ensures the exercise of freedom of expression and equal access to the media for all.
- Nine (9) members, of whom at least four (4) are women
- Seven (7) year non-renewable term
- Designated from figures with at least 10 years of professional experience
National Elections Authority (A.N.E.)
A permanent, independent and autonomous body, competent in matters of consultations and general elections.
- Written declaration of assets required from its members (art. 168)
- Composition and functioning set by an organic law
High Authority for Good Governance
An independent institution ensuring equitable representation of all regions in public and parapublic Institutions, and prohibiting any family, clan-based, patrimonial or partisan management of public affairs.
- Protects the rights of minorities, indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities
- Ensures transparency in the exploitation of natural resources
- Ensures equitable redistribution of profits generated by those resources
Territorial authorities and traditional chieftaincy
Titles XI & XIITerritorial Authorities
The Republic is organized into Territorial Authorities on the basis of decentralization: communes and regions. They administer themselves freely through elected bodies.
- Any other category may only be created or modified by law
- The representative of the State represents each member of the Government there
- Presidents of Regional Councils may refer matters to the Constitutional Council where their region's interests are at stake (art. 144)
National Chamber of Sultans and Traditional Chiefs
Represents the Traditional Chieftaincy and brings together all Sultans and Traditional Chiefs of the Central African Republic.
- Promotion of customs and traditions
- Promotion of the ideals of peace, development and social cohesion
- Non-judicial settlement of conflicts within villages and between communities