Cameroon Awaits Election Results for Biya’s Eighth Term

Vote counting is underway in Cameroon after the presidential election, where incumbent Paul Biya, 92, seeks his eighth consecutive term amid challenges from nine candidates, including barred opponent Maurice Kamto. While the Interior Minister reported smooth voting, there were clashes in Garoua with opposition supporters, and concerns over potential voter suppression and threats against candidates have emerged, particularly in the Anglophone regions.

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