Congo: Denis Sassou Nguesso forms a new government

A few days after his re-election, Denis Sassou Nguesso formed a new government, with the list published on April 24, 2026. Florent Tsiba, the president's chief of staff, announced the appointment of the Prime Minister and the retention of several key figures, including Jean-Jacques Bouya as Vice Prime Minister in charge of major infrastructure projects. Ministers Raymond Zéphirin Mboulou at Defense and Jean Ollessongo Ondaye at Interior remain in their positions, highlighting a desire for stability while adapting economic and social priorities.