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Cameroon’s Biya Sworn In Amid Post-Election Violence

11/6/2025

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Cameroon's President Paul Biya was sworn in for a seven-year term after winning last month's election.
Post-election violence left at least five people dead, though opposition groups say the toll is higher.
Biya promised to restore order and urged unity and stability.
Issa Tchiroma Bakary, the opponent, accused the government of electoral theft and urged sanctions.
Biya's long tenure since 1982 has fueled youth disillusionment about Cameroon's governance.

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Cameroon's President Paul Biya was sworn in for a seven-year term after winning last month's election.
Post-election violence left at least five people dead, though opposition groups say the toll is higher.
Biya promised to restore order and urged unity and stability.
Issa Tchiroma Bakary, the opponent, accused the government of electoral theft and urged sanctions.
Biya's long tenure since 1982 has fueled youth disillusionment about Cameroon's governance.