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The
new constitution removed barriers on Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso
extending his rule by dropping a 70-year age limit and a ban on presidents
serving more than two terms ©Alain Jocard (AFP)
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The Republic of Congo
will hold early presidential elections in March, authorities said, after a new
constitution removed barriers to President Denis Sassou Nguesso extending his
rule. Elections
for a head of state were due to be held in July after the controversial new
charter, which removed a 70-year age limit and ban on presidents serving more
than two terms, was approved by a public vote.
