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Denis Sassou NGuesso, the Republic of Congos president, was sworn in for another term, extending his rule to 42 years. He won the March election with 94.8% of the vote, promising loyalty to his supporters. The country faces economic challenges, including high debt and youth unemployment, while the elite maintain their status. Sassou NGuesso is now the third-longest serving African leader, with age and term limits removed via a 2015 referendum. As the nation navigates economic storms, the focus is on how oil wealth will impact the average citizen.

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