Djibouti

Ismail Omar Guelleh has been re-elected as President of Djibouti, receiving 97.81% of the votes in the latest election held on April 11, 2026.

The Bab al-Mandab Strait, vital for global trade, faces threats from Houthis that could disrupt energy supplies.

South Sudan advanced to the next stage of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers despite a 1-0 defeat to Djibouti in the second leg.

South Sudan secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Djibouti in the first leg of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers, held at Juba National Stadium.