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Cameroon awaits government reshuffle nine months after presidential promise
In Cameroon, the long-awaited reshuffle of the national government remains unfulfilled, despite President Paul Biya's promise nine months ago to appoint a new team ‘within the coming days’. The current administration, led by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, has now been in power for seven years, a period of longevity that stands in contrast to the historical average of less than two years per government under Biya's 44-year tenure.
In the capital, Yaoundé, the delay has created a ritualistic atmosphere where citizens tune into public radio broadcasts at 5:00 PM in hopes of hearing official decrees announcing new appointments. While the presidency has continued to make targeted sectoral appointments in areas such as defense, a comprehensive restructuring of the cabinet has not occurred.
Analysts suggest the delay may stem from the complexity of balancing political, regional, and administrative interests across approximately 65 positions. The situation is further complicated by tensions between various influence networks and questions regarding political succession. Additionally, the Cameroonian Parliament recently adopted a constitutional revision to reintroduce the role of Vice President to ensure state continuity.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The current government is led by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute. afrikactus.com · www.nasuba.info · www.rfi.fr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The current government has been in place for seven years. www.nasuba.info · www.rfi.fr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Cameroonian Parliament adopted a constitutional revision in April 2026 to reintroduce the position of Vice President. afrikactus.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 65 government positions need to be filled. www.nasuba.info
- [● 3 SOURCES] President Paul Biya promised to appoint a new government nine months ago. afrikactus.com · www.nasuba.info · www.rfi.fr