From Obiang, Biya To Kagame: Tales Of 10 Longest-Serving Presidents In Africa

Longest-Serving Presidents in Africa

Recently, the Constitutional Council in Cameroon declared Paul Biya the winner of the October 12 presidential election, securing 53.66% of the total vote.

With this declaration, 92-year-old Paul Biya has become the world's oldest serving president.

Top 10 Longest-Serving Presidents

The title of the longest-serving president in Africa belongs to Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea, who also holds the global record.

Other notable mentions include:

No comment from the presidents available.

Author's summary: Africa's longest-serving presidents hold tight grip on power.

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