THE COALITION QUESTION: CAN CAMEROON’S OPPOSITION UNITE TO DEFEAT BIYA? Introduction For over four decades, Paul Biya has clung to power, ruling Cameroon with an iron grip and leaving the country in political stagnation, economic decay, and social despair. As the 2025 elections approach, one question dominates the minds of Cameroonians: can the opposition finally unite to end Biya’s reign? The Strength of Unity History shows that fragmented opposition plays directly into the hands of authoritarian regimes. Each party running on its own divides votes, weakens resistance, and strengthens Biya’s dominance. Unity, on the other hand, has the power to: Consolidate national support behind a single candidate. Mobilize resources more effectively against the ruling party’s machinery. Give citizens hope that genuine change is possible. Break regional and tribal barriers, forging a common vision for Cameroon’s future. The Obstacles to Coalition While unity sounds simple, in practice it has been el...

MAURICE KAMTO’S DISQUALIFICATION: END OF DEMOCRACY OR BEGINNING OF LIBERATION? Introduction The recent disqualification of Maurice Kamto—one of Cameroon’s most prominent opposition leaders—has shaken the political landscape. For many, this is the final nail in the coffin of democracy in Cameroon. But for others, it is the spark of a new awakening, a reminder that true liberation will not come from borrowed systems but from Afrisocracy. The Death of Democracy in Cameroon Cameroon’s democracy has long been a façade. Elections are manipulated, opposition leaders are intimidated, and institutions are controlled by the executive. Kamto’s exclusion is not an isolated event; it is part of a broader strategy to suffocate multiparty politics and maintain a one-man, one-party state. No fair competition: Disqualification ensures Paul Biya and his party face no real threat. Judicial complicity: Courts, instead of defending the people, act as political weapons. Citizens’ disillusionment: Each rigge...