Ismail Omar Guelleh could seek re-election in 2026 after parliament votes to remove age restriction for presidential candidates.
Djibouti’s parliament has removed the constitutional age ceiling for presidential candidates, opening the door for Ismail Omar Guelleh to seek a sixth term despite being 77 years old.
All 65 lawmakers present voted on Sunday to eliminate the age restriction of 75 years, a move that would allow the veteran leader to contest e
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