Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Cameroon
Cameroon is a unitary presidential republic dominated by President Paul Biya and his CPDM party since 1982, with a bicameral legislature and limited political space for opposition. Upcoming 2025 presidential elections face controversy amid postponed legislative polls to 2026 and suppression of opposition activities. The government maintains centralized control amid calls for reform and anti-corruption efforts.
Government Type
Unitary presidential republic
Legal System
Mixed system of civil law, common law, and customary law
Head of State
President Paul Biya(since 1982)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Joseph Ngute(Cameroon People's Democratic Movement)since 2019
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Ruling party
Opposition
Voting Rights
Citizens aged 20 and above have the right to vote in presidential, legislative, and regional elections
Recent Developments
- Legislative elections postponed from 2025 to 2026 by CPDM-dominated parliament
- Opposition coalitions banned and driven underground ahead of 2025 presidential election
- Government investment priorities set for 2024-2026 focusing on essential services and infrastructure
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