Constitution of the Central African Republic 2016
Customary Law
  • English

    …
    It recognizes and protects the traditional values in accordance with the law and the Customary Authorities.
    … (Art. 24)

  • French

    …
    Elle reconnaît et protège les valeurs traditionnelles conformes à la loi et les Autorités costumières.
    … (Art. 24)

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Constitution of the Central African Republic 2016 (English). This constitution is historical, a new constitution was promulgated in 2023. To date, no English version is available publicly. Translation efforts are underway. According to Art. 24: ""… Its official languages are Sango and French. …""

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Constitution of the Central African Republic 2016 (French).

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Title I on the Fundamental Bases of Society.

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There is a discrepancy between the English and French texts.