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Cameroun : Paul Biya’s Absence Sparks Concerns Over Presidential Vacancy

By sahel-express / July 22, 2026

Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has been absent for over 45 days, sparking concerns over the presidential vacancy.

The opposition is calling for clarity on the situation, with some politicians demanding that the Conseil constitutionnel declare a vacancy of the presidency.

However, others argue that the current situation does not necessarily mean a vacancy of power, and are calling for reforms to clarify the circumstances under which the president can be absent for an extended period.

The Cameroonian Constitution does not specify a maximum duration for the president’s absence from the country, leaving room for interpretation.

Analysts say that this situation merits closer examination by the institution, but there is no clear text on when the Conseil constitutionnel should intervene.

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