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Biya, 92, Promises Change Amid Far North Struggles

10/8/2025

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Paul Biya, 92, held his first rally for an eighth term.
He pledged to strengthen security, cut youth unemployment, and upgrade Far North infrastructure.
The Far North, Cameroon's poorest region, faces Boko Haram attacks.
Biya’s campaign absence raised questions about his governing capacity given his age.
About 43% live in poverty; rivals barred, opposition divided.

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Story summary

Paul Biya, 92, held his first rally for an eighth term.
He pledged to strengthen security, cut youth unemployment, and upgrade Far North infrastructure.
The Far North, Cameroon's poorest region, faces Boko Haram attacks.
Biya’s campaign absence raised questions about his governing capacity given his age.
About 43% live in poverty; rivals barred, opposition divided.