Tag: Paul Biya
Cameroon’s Biya, world’s oldest ruler at 92, sworn in for eighth term
Cameroon’s longtime leader, Paul Biya, has been sworn in for a new seven-year term following his victory in…
Paul Biya, 92, elected president in Cameroon; challenger claims win
Oct. 27 (UPI) -- The world's oldest president, Paul Biya, was elected Cameroon's leader again, a title he's…
Two killed in Cameroon protests ahead of election results, opposition says
At least two people have been killed by gunfire in Cameroon, as protesters rallied a day before the…
Cameroon opposition’s Tchiroma claims election victory, urges Biya to concede
GAROUA (Reuters) -Cameroon opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma declared victory late on Monday in the country's October 12 presidential…
Cameroon opposition candidate Tchiroma claims victory in presidential poll, urges Biya to concede
GAROUA (Reuters) -Cameroon opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma declared victory late on Monday in the country's October 12 presidential…
Cameroon votes in presidential election as Paul Biya, 92, seeks eighth term
Polls have opened in Cameroon in an election that could see the world’s oldest serving head of state…
Cameroon holds presidential election, Biya seeks to extend four-decade iron grip
By Amindeh Blaise AtabongYAOUNDE (Reuters) -Cameroonians were set to vote on Sunday in a presidential election where incumbent…
As Paul Biya set to win, what’s at stake?
Cameroon will hold presidential elections on Sunday, October 12, with the vote expected to go in favour of…
The dangers of African leaders clinging to power
Alexis’s viewTwo upcoming elections showcase a persistent tension across Africa: the world’s youngest continent is ruled by its…
Cameroon’s Biya, 92, heads for eighth term despite clamour to step aside
By Robbie Corey-Boulet and Amindeh Blaise AtabongYAOUNDE (Reuters) -Announcing his bid for an eighth term in July, Paul…
Explainer-What investors are watching in Cameroon’s presidential election
By Duncan MiririNAIROBI (Reuters) -Cameroon's voters will decide on October 12 whether to grant 92-year-old President Paul Biya,…
Cameroon’s constitutional council bars main opposition candidate from presidential race
FILE - Cameroon Justice minister Maurice Kamto prepares to sign documents transferring the authority Bakassi peninsula to Cameroon…