Central African Republic Military Denies Coup Attempt Against Government

BANGUI – The military of the Central African Republic has officially denied rumors circulating on social media that there is a plan to overthrow the government, insisting that the situation in the country is stable and government institutions are functioning normally.

A statement issued by the Armed Forces Command stated that the reports regarding a coup attempt are baseless and aimed at creating confusion and distrust within the community.

Military officials urged the public to avoid unverified news and to rely only on information from official government sources.

Authorities in Bangui confirmed that security forces are fully carrying out their duties and are loyal to President Faustin-Archange Touadéra's government, noting that there is no threat to the country's governmental system.

The military also warned against the spread of false information, which they stated could harm national security and social stability.

The statement comes at a time when many African countries have faced coups and attempts to seize power in recent years, leading to the rapid spread of such rumors on social media.

The government of the Central African Republic has insisted that the country is stable and that there are no coup attempts, describing the circulating rumors as speculative and based on propaganda.