Voters in the Central African Republic are electing a new president and lawmakers, with incumbent Faustin-Archange Touadéra likely to win a third term after a controversial referendum. The election faces challenges from six candidates, including Anicet-Georges Dologuélé and Henri-Marie Dondra, amid a boycott by the main opposition coalition. Results are expected by January 18th, with a runoff if no candidate secures over 50%. The country has faced ongoing violence since 2013.