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Cameroon

Cameroon · CMR · Africa

Risk Score

Guarded→ Stable

Risk Factors

No recent events in pipeline

Overview

Cameroon is a Central African nation known for its diverse geography, ranging from beaches to mountains and rainforests. Despite its rich natural resources, the country faces challenges related to governance, infrastructure development, and regional security issues. It is a significant producer of oil, cocoa, and timber.

Leadership

Paul Biya

President

GOVERNMENT: Unitary presidential republic

Economy

GDP

$52.5B

GDP per Capita

$1.9K

GDP Growth

+4.8%

Inflation

3.2%

Unemployment

4.2%

AgricultureOil and GasForestryMining

Trade

Key Exports

Crude oilTimberCocoaCoffeeCotton

Key Imports

MachineryElectrical equipmentTransport equipmentFuelsFood products

Top Partners

ChinaFranceNetherlandsNigeriaIndia

Headlines (8)

NPRAug 9

This painter reimagines Renaissance art in a cocoa plantation : NPR

Lokmat TimesAug 8

Eight killed in suspected Boko Haram raid in Cameroon

Evening StandardAug 8

Manchester United 1-1 PSG: Bryan Mbeumo scores again as Red Devils impress in pre-season draw

Daily ExcelsiorAug 6

Cameroon's president draws concern and criticism by staying abroad for 2 months

The GuardianAug 6

US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum

Lokmat TimesAug 6

CAF appeals committee clears Eto'o, wipes out stadium ban and fine

The Associated PressAug 6

Cameroon president's long stay abroad draws concern and criticism

AfricanewsAug 6