The upcoming presidential elections in Egypt have garnered attention as a handful of politicians have announced their bids to run for the highest post in the country. However, none of them pose a serious challenge to Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi, who has been ruling Egypt since 2014 despite criticism from the West regarding the country’s human rights record.
In a major boost to his re-election campaign, El-Sissi’s bid for a third term in office has received the backing of 424 out of 596 members of the lower house of the country’s parliament. This strong show of support showcases the confidence and trust that many politicians have in El-Sissi’s leadership.
Confirming his candidacy earlier this week, El-Sissi enters the presidential race as the clear favorite. This comes at a time when his government is grappling with challenges such as rising inflation and mounting debt.
The presidential election in Egypt is scheduled to take place over three days, from December 10th to 12th. If no candidate secures more than 50% of the vote, a runoff will be held from January 8th to 10th.
While a few politicians have thrown their hats into the ring, it is evident that none of them pose a significant threat to El-Sissi’s candidacy. His track record as the country’s leader and the overwhelming support he has received from the parliament make him the frontrunner in this election.
As the election approaches, all eyes will be on Egypt to see if any candidate can pose a serious challenge to El-Sissi’s re-election bid. The outcome of the election will not only shape the future of Egypt but also have an impact on the region as a whole.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Egyptian presidential election.
African news/Jide Johnson.
