The countries, whose respective leaders recently won widely disputed elections, offer contrasting examples in how autocracies operate, evolve and change.
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Biya’s triumph might herald a ‘quiet’ resignation.
Why does Paul Biya remain at the centre of Cameroon’s political ecosystem?
Paul Biya’s 42-year reign provided political stability. A new term of office or possible transition risks instability, including more armed conflict.
Tolerance for the use of force in the conflict in Cameroon has undermined the appeal of dialogue and negotiations.
Cameroon’s leadership has a history of rebuffing outside intervention in the country’s internal affairs. This has hampered efforts to resolve the anglophone crisis.
Did Cameroon’s elite spread homosexuality through their connections to secret societies? Instead of disproving the conspiracy theory, the study examines why it came to be.
What will happen to Cameroon after President Paul Biya, who has been in power since 1982?
Long-standing regimes create a complex web of alliances and interest networks centred on the head of state.
His band Zangalewa satirised Cameroon’s military from within - and helped create the football World Cup hit Waka Waka.
After 40 years in office, Cameroon’s 89 year old Paul Biya is the second longest serving leader in Africa. He is already eyeing another contest in 2025.
Anglophone grievances run deep and have remained unaddressed for a long time.
Biya’s long rule has robbed Cameroon of its credibility as a stable and peaceful country.
African countries need to make a concerted effort to establish a continental two-term policy.
The African Union’s intervention track record in conflict situations is mixed.
Cameroon’s English speaking people suffer gross marginalisation and are treated as second-class citizens by the Francophone government.
Cameroon being stripped off hosting the Africa Cup of Nations affects its international reputation and is likely to impact the economy.
Ordinary people are being deeply affected by the continued violence tearing apart Cameroon.
Cameroon’s Anglophone crisis must be addressed by the president within the first hundred days.
President Paul Biya’s credibility and legitimacy are increasingly being tarnished, amid growing support for opposition candidates.
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