French ambassador to CAR investigated over claims he hosted dozens of women

France has initiated disciplinary proceedings against its ambassador to the Central African Republic (CAR), Bruno Foucher, following allegations of misconduct. Reports claim Foucher hosted approximately 30 women at his official residence in Bangui between January 2024 and March 2026, with some staying overnight, which raised security concerns. The French foreign ministry confirmed an administrative investigation was conducted in April 2026, leading to the disciplinary proceedings. Foucher has reportedly acknowledged sexual relations with two women. This investigation occurs as France seeks to improve relations with CAR amidst Russia's growing influence in the former French colony.

France has initiated disciplinary proceedings against its ambassador to the Central African Republic (CAR), Bruno Foucher, over allegations of misconduct. The accusations, which reportedly occurred between January 2024 and March 2024, claim Foucher brought approximately 30 women to his official residence in Bangui, with some staying overnight. These allegations prompted an investigation by France's foreign ministry into a potential security breach at the residence. The administrative procedures against Ambassador Foucher are currently ongoing, though the specific nature and duration of the disciplinary actions remain unclear. Foucher, 65, has held the ambassadorial post in CAR since 2023.