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The 2011 Presidential election in Cameroon

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Fears that scenes of repression and protest that have consumed parts of North Africa would spread further into the continent following the re-election of President Paul Biya of Cameroon appear to be receding.

Cameroon Flag The Bridge MAG image

Mr Biya has been warmly congratulated by French president Nicolas Sarkozy after being returned to power at the age of 78 – some 30 years after first being elected.

Mr Sarkozy gave assurances to Mr Biya that France would always support the economic and social development of Cameroon and its people.

Despite an appeal by the opposition leader, John Fru Ndi, after the election results had come in, and his call for a mass demonstration, the post-election atmosphere in Cameroon remained serene and imperturbable.

 

Woman waiting to vote The Bridge MAG image

 “In case that the Constitutional Court refuses to annul this election mascarade and persists with announcing the results, we call…. on the people to come out massively to demonstrate in favour of their right to partake in free and transparent elections,” Fru Ndi proclaimed.

 

Cameroon’s recent history suggests it is unlikely to turn into a bloodbath any time soon. It is, at heart, a rather peaceful country, having witnessed no wars in the more than 40 years since it gained independence. It hardly conforms with the African stereotype of war and famine.

 

 

“Whether on land or at sea, near or far, terrorism defies the rules of civilised societies. It thrives on obscurantism and regression.” Cameroon President Paul BIYA . The Bridge MAG. Image

“Whether on land or at sea, near or far, terrorism defies the rules of civilised societies. It thrives on obscurantism and regression.”
Cameroon President Paul BIYA . The Bridge MAG. Image

One finds this stoical attitude reflected in all manner of places across the country.

 

 

When asked if Mr BIYA   was still welcome as the head of state, …

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Rachel Tcheungna, 

Author, Writer of The Bridge Books and 

The Bridge Magazine Editor.

 

 

 

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