Cameroon Politics & Governance: Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, 93, has not appeared publicly since May 20, with reports of his condition in Switzerland disputed by the government and amplified by claims from his daughter. Security & Justice: Douala’s Archbishop Samuel Kleda renewed calls against inhumane prison conditions and a corrupt justice system, including allegations of forced disappearances and abuse. National Security at Key Infrastructure: Cameroon inaugurated a new operational base for the Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR) at the Port of Douala-Bonabéri to tighten security around the country’s main maritime gateway. Food & Import Substitution: Government upgraded Ndop rice facilities after investing over CFA4 billion, aiming to lift annual production from 21,000 to 100,000 tons—while officials stress irrigation and farmer support must match the new milling capacity. Public Finance & Tax Compliance: Cameroon identified about CFA64.5 billion (€98.4m) in additional tax revenue through international tax information exchange since 2012, with recent gains in 2024–2025. Economic Development & SMEs: MINPMEESA and UNDP plan an Entrepreneurship Support Exchange to expand SME financing, certification, and formalisation; meanwhile, Cameroon’s SME stock rose 6.5% in 2025 to 472,208. Energy & Gas Strategy: SNH says Cameroon is shifting from the winding-down Hilli Episeyo FLNG to a broader gas portfolio, spotlighting the Yoyo–Yolanda project and new exploration blocks.