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National Identification Card Fee Hike Sparks Frustration In Cameroon

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Ca meroonians are facing a double blow: a rising cost of living and a recent government decision to increase the fees associated with obtaining a national identification card.   This comes at a particularly difficult time for the country, as inflation rates have doubled, leaving many struggling to afford basic necessities like food. Critics argue that the government's decision to raise the ID card fee is insensitive and places an additional burden on citizens already facing significant economic hardship. They point out that many Cameroonians have been waiting for over four years to obtain their national IDs due to previous inefficiencies. Furthermore, the awarding of the ID card production contract to a German company has raised concerns about transparency and accountability. While the hope is that this new system will lead to faster processing times, there is no guarantee that the long wait times plaguing the program will be resolved. The combination of economic hardship,