Alcide Ponga

President of the Government of New Caledonia

Appears in 1 story

Born: May 23, 1975, Nouméa

Previous offices: Mayor of Kouaoua

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Stories

New Caledonia votes for a new Congress after years of deadlock

Rule Changes

As of June 2026: Leads the pro-France territorial government

New Caledonia last picked its Congress in 2019. On June 28, 2026, after deadly riots and three postponements, voters in the French Pacific territory finally went back to the polls.

Updated Jun 28