Is the world's oldest leader set for an eighth term?
Cameroon's President Paul Biya, who has been in power since 1982, is set to run for an eighth term in the upcoming October elections. If he wins, Biya, who is currently 89 years old, will remain in office until he reaches the age of 99. Biya's long-standing rule has been marked by both economic growth and political repression. While his supporters praise his stability and development initiatives, critics argue that his regime has been characterized by human rights abuses, crackdowns on dissent, and allegations of corruption. The upcoming election is expected to be a formality, as Biya's party, the Cameroon People's Democratic Movement, has dominated the political landscape for decades. However, the country's ongoing Anglophone crisis, which has led to a violent conflict between government forces and separatist groups, has raised concerns about the fairness and integrity of the electoral process.
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