Fears and political tensions are mounting across Central Africa as Cameroon's 93-year-old president, Paul Biya—the world’s oldest head of state—surpasses a staggering two-month absence from public view. Having left Yaoundé on June 7 for what officials initially termed a "brief private stay" in Switzerland, neither Biya nor his administration have provided an official timetable for his return, sparking intense global speculation regarding his health.

Cameroon's 'missing' president communicating through decrees

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, 92, secures another term in the recent presidential election amid widespread unrest and protests across the country.

Cameroon's Paul Biya Sworn in for Eighth Term 

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, 92, secures another term in the recent presidential election amid widespread unrest and protests across the country.


Cameroon’s Biya, world’s oldest ruler at 92, sworn in for eighth term 

Inhabitants of Douala have been protesting for a second day, following the announcement that president Paul Biya was re-elected for an eighth term. Armed forces have been deployed to several districts of the city.

Cameroon's Paul Biya Re-election Despite Anger & Unrest 

Protests turned deadly in Cameroon as opposition supporters clashed with security forces, leaving four dead ahead of official presidential results. Incumbent Paul Biya, aged 92, has been declared winner for an eighth term, while challenger Issa Tchiroma and his supporters allege widespread fraud and demand transparency.


Deadly Cameroon Protests Erupt Over Election Claim

Cameroon’s 92-year-old president secures another term in office amid accusations from the opposition of election rigging. Tensions rise as the nation awaits reactions from both domestic and international observers.

 92 Year Old Prez Paul Biya Re-Elected | Opposition Alleges Rigging

Cameroon governing party office set on fire amid rising election tensions

Cameroon’s opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary has declared a surprising and “overwhelming” victory in the country’s October 12 presidential elections—despite official results not expected for another two weeks. Incumbent President Paul Biya, in power since 1982, faces mounting pressure amid voter tension and allegations of electoral manipulation.

Cameroon Polls: Opposition Declares Victory Weeks Before Final Announcement

Polls have opened in Cameroon in an election that could see the world’s oldest serving head of state extend his rule for another seven years.



Cameroon election 2025: World's oldest President seeks to extend rule as Cameroon holds election

As Cameroon prepares for its upcoming election, a wave of apathy is sweeping through first-time voters. Many young citizens have only known one leader in power for decades, fueling disillusionment with the political process. Will this impact voter turnout and the future of Cameroon's democracy? 


Cameroon election 2025: The President’s daughter urges people not to vote for her father

Paul Biya, currently the world's oldest head of state at 92, is seeking another popular mandate that could potentially see him govern Cameroon until nearly 100.


Cameroon: 92-year-old Paul Biya eyes re-election in Oct 12 polls

Cameroon President Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, turned 92 after more than four decades in power but remains tight-lipped on whether he will run for another term in elections this year. Watch in for more details!

Cameroon leader turns 92 after nearly half his life in power

Cameroon's President Paul Biya has become a hot topic across Africa this week. 91-year-old Biya was last seen in public at the China Africa Summit in Beijing a month ago, since then he has missed several events including the UN General Assembly in New York. Cameroonians are waiting for news for their President.

Cameroonians Wait for News on President Biya

Cameroon's President Paul Biya has become a hot Topic across Africa this week. 91-year-old Biya was last seen in public at the China Africa Summit in Beijing a month ago, since then he has missed several events including the UN General Assembly in New York. Cameroonians are waiting for news for their President.

Cameroon President Biya 'Missing' Since China-Africa Summit

A distraught woman knelt at the feet of Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Tuesday to plead for help with her family in Africa. Morrison had just finished a news conference in the Queensland city of Rockhampton when the woman approached the prime minister.

Woman drops to feet of Australian PM Morrison, pleads for help

A Cameroonian military court Saturday ordered the release of main opposition leader Maurice Kamto, who has been imprisoned for nine months, after a series of conciliatory gestures by veteran ruler Paul Biya.

Cameroon orders release of main opposition leader Maurice Kamto

A leading opposition challenger to President Paul Biya claimed victory on Monday following Cameroon's presidential polls despite a government warning not to announce unofficial results.

Cameroon opposition contender Maurice Kamto claims poll win

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