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Cameroon’s Election Threatened by Insecurity and Voter Fear

10/10/2025

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Cameroon faces significant challenges ahead of its presidential election on October 12, 2025, as President Paul Biya seeks an eighth term amid security threats from Boko Haram and the Anglophone crisis.
Armed groups are enforcing lockdowns and threatening voters in conflict-affected regions.
Experts warn that insecurity could depress turnout, noting Anglophone areas posted 10% turnout in 2018.
Measures to ensure a safe electoral process are crucial.

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Story summary

Cameroon faces significant challenges ahead of its presidential election on October 12, 2025, as President Paul Biya seeks an eighth term amid security threats from Boko Haram and the Anglophone crisis.
Armed groups are enforcing lockdowns and threatening voters in conflict-affected regions.
Experts warn that insecurity could depress turnout, noting Anglophone areas posted 10% turnout in 2018.
Measures to ensure a safe electoral process are crucial.