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 cast.
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 as the world's longest-serving president.
Other notable mentions include:
- Paul Biya of Cameroon
- Other presidents who have maintained a tight grip on power in Africa
The Council declared Paul Biya the winner with 53.66% of the total vote cast, defeating his closest opponent Issa Tchiroma Bakary.
Author's summary: Africa's longest-serving presidents hold tight grip on power.
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