AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPresidential Uncertainty: Cameroon is entering a politically tense stretch after President Paul Biya’s prolonged absence abroad, with opposition figures and analysts pointing to “autopilot” governance and renewed health speculation, while government spokespeople insist he will return “very soon” and say he can govern from outside. Local Disaster Response: In Limbe, the city mayor assessed damage after torrential rains and a landslide that killed three people, visiting the Limbe Zoological Centre and the Regional Hospital to check on the lone survivor. Investment Push: The Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) opened a nationwide call for projects ahead of the Cameroon Investment Forum 2026, with applications due August 15 and selected deals set for the forum’s Investment Market and Deal Rooms. Economy—Cocoa: Cameroon’s marketed cocoa output fell 19.9% in 2025-2026 to 247,914 tonnes, and exports dropped sharply, with Europe remaining the main destination. Sports—WAFCON: The knockout stage begins with Cameroon set to face Nigeria in the quarter-finals, as the Super Falcons’ form and incentives remain in focus. Governance—Decentralization: REDECA was launched in Bafoussam to strengthen local governance and citizen access to services, funded by AFD.
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