Politics
African Union suspends Central African Republic, imposes tough sanctions on coup leaders
Djotodia, is a former civil servant and diplomat. But since 2005 he has been one of the leading figures among the rebels. In his address on Monday night, he promised to restore order and vowed to press on with the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of former rebels that has been the core grievance of his Seleka coalition movement.
In addition to suspending Bangui, the African Union has imposed sanctions, travel restrictions and an asset freeze on the Seleka coalition leaders naming seven individuals including Djotodia.
Ousted president Bozize never delivered on his promises to harness the oil, gold and uranium wealth that has remained largely untapped. The Central African Republic remains one of the most under developed nations on a continent that is largely experiencing rapid growth and positive change.
