“There Is Not a 1% Chance That Elections Will Be Organized During 2026,” Says Pierre Espérance

The return of a democratically elected president to lead the country does not appear imminent, while the last general elections were held in 2015. More than ten years later, the country remains plunged into a deep political and security crisis, marked by the growing grip of armed gangs fueling insecurity in several regions of the country. This situation continues to weaken state institutions and further complicates the organization of credible and inclusive elections.

According to Pierre Espérance, the chances of elections b