Djibouti parliament removes 75 age limit for presidential candidates

Djibouti"s parliament has removed the constitutional age limit of 75 for presidential candidates, enabling current President Ismail Omar Guelleh to seek a sixth term in the upcoming elections scheduled for April 2026.

This decision allows Guelleh, who has been in power since 1999, to continue his presidency without the previous age restriction. The change in the law was enacted by the parliament, which is seen as a significant move in the political landscape of Djibouti.

For further context on political developments in the region, see recent developments regarding leadership changes in other countries.

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