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Presidential Return & Succession Anxiety: Cameroon’s President Paul Biya returned to Yaoundé after a record 73 days abroad, ending weeks of speculation over his health and who was running the state while he was away. Supporters welcomed him at Nsimalen airport; the government had repeatedly insisted there was no vacuum. Maritime Security: Somali pirates hijacked a Cameroon-flagged cargo ship, M/V LUTUF, off Puntland, with six Indians among a 10-member crew and Turkish weapons onboard; an airstrike later reportedly killed four. Days earlier, another tanker (Sibu 1/Seamull) was seized off Yemen and redirected toward Somalia. Revenue & Governance Reform: Cameroon’s Customs and CRADEC are discussing reforms for the 2027 Finance Law, including linking taxpayer databases and tightening controls on company ownership and cross-border financial leakages. Military Command Changes: In the North, MINDEF commissioned a new commander for the Third Joint Military Region (RMIA3) and reshuffled leadership for RMIA4. Health System Update: Yaoundé’s Central Hospital director unveiled a “Bulletin Santé Messa” to document reforms and innovations for accountability and knowledge-sharing. Local Business & Transport: Yaoundé is set to host an international auto and mobility expo in October, bringing together transport stakeholders and businesses.

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Cameroon’s Paul Biya returns after 73 days abroad

Cameroon’s Paul Biya returns after 73 days abroad

Cameroon's 93-year-old President Paul Biya returns home after 10 weeks abroad

Cameroon's 93-year-old President Paul Biya returns home after 10 weeks abroad

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Yaoundé: Japan plans 2027 festival to introduce Cameroonians to its culture

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