Cameroon's Absentee President: The Challenges of Biya's Extended Rule
Paul Biya, the President of Cameroon, has been in power since November 6, 1982, making him one of the longest-serving leaders in the world. At 92 years old, his continued candidacy for the 2025 presidential election raises significant concerns among the populace. His leadership has been characterized by a lack of visibility and engagement with the citizens, as he is often seen leaving the country rather than addressing domestic issues directly. Under Biya's administration, Cameroon faces numerous pressing challenges: Escalating Violence: The ongoing conflict in the North West and South West regions has not been effectively managed. The Anglophone crisis has led to widespread violence and instability, with many citizens feeling abandoned by their government. President Biya as the leader has never visited these regions since the conflict started in 2016. Many have attributed these to his unwillingness to address the problems while others thinks his physical ability can not permit hi...