Cameroon’s president draws concern and criticism by staying abroad for 2 months
Summary
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has been outside the country for two months, raising concerns about his health and leadership. At 93 years old, Biya has been in power since 1982, but his long absence and lack of a vice president have caused criticism and worries about a power gap in Cameroon.Key Facts
- President Paul Biya has been away from Cameroon since June 9, spending time in Europe on what was called a "brief private stay."
- Biya is 93 years old and has been in power since 1982, making him one of the world’s oldest leaders.
- Cameroon does not have a vice president, which causes concern about who runs the country when Biya is absent.
- Opposition leaders say Biya’s long absence worsens feelings that his leadership is weak and his hold on power is insecure.
- The country faces armed conflicts and economic problems, leaving many young people unhappy with Biya’s rule.
- Biya recently changed top military leaders, but no clear reason was given for the moves.
- More than 70% of Cameroon’s nearly 30 million people are under 35 years old, many of whom protested Biya’s 2025 reelection.
- A constitutional change in 2008 removed term limits, allowing Biya to stay in power longer.
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