Yaoundé: Defying age and political challenges, President Paul Biya, 92, has won another term in office following Cameroon’s latest elections. But the victory comes under a cloud, with reports of gunfire and unrest in regions loyal to the opposition.
Biya’s decades-long leadership has been marked by a mix of authoritarian control and fragile peace, and his continued rule raises fresh questions about Cameroon’s democratic future. Opposition leaders have alleged voter suppression and security intimidation, urging international intervention.
Despite mounting criticism, Biya remains a dominant political force, supported by loyalists who credit him with maintaining unity in a diverse and often divided nation. The coming weeks are likely to test the government’s ability to restore calm and reassure the global community of its commitment to peace.
