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CAMEROON: What happens if Biya dies?

CAMEROON: What happens if Biya dies? | Speevr

Talk about the succession of President Paul Biya (88), at the helm since 1982 and currently serving his seventh term until 2025, is strictly forbidden in Cameroon. While Biya has not groomed an obvious heir apparent, the path to power for any successor would most likely be throug…   Become a member to read the […]

CAMEROON: Partial election boycott unlikely to pay off

CAMEROON: Partial election boycott unlikely to pay off | Speevr

The Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM) of President Paul Biya (86; in power since 1982) is unlikely to suffer greatly from apparently very low participation rates in legislative and municipal elections held on 9 February. While its electoral success was never in doubt, …   Become a member to read the rest of this article