About
François Bozizé Yangouvonda is a Central African politician who served as President of the Central African Republic from 2003 to 2013. He seized power in a coup d'état. His time in office was marked by periods of instability and conflict. He was eventually overthrown in 2013, leading to further turmoil in the country.
Career Timeline
Seizes Power in Coup
Comes to power in a coup d'état in the Central African Republic.
Wins Presidential Election
Wins the presidential election, legitimizing his rule.
Ousted From Power
Ousted from power in a coup, leading to further instability in the country.
Attempted Coup
Accused of attempting another coup against the government.
Exiled, Wanted for War Crimes
Remains in exile and is wanted for war crimes and crimes against humanity by the Central African Republic government.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026