Biya, Paul
Eromo Egbejule in Douala and Yaoundé, Cameroon has the second-best performing economy in central Africa, but a third of the population lives on $2 or less daily. Against this backdrop, gambling and betting have become increasingly popular, and despite decades of rule by President Paul Biya, the 92-year-old incumbent, a
Biya, Paul
More than half of Africa's longest-serving leaders are above the age of 70, with some ruling for over four decades. One of the most notable examples is Cameroon's President Paul Biya, 92, who has announced his intention to extend his term for another seven years. Biya&
Biya, Paul
President Paul Biya, 92, has announced his bid for a sixth term in the upcoming presidential election in Cameroon, sparking widespread concerns over his age and ability to lead the country. Biya, who has already served for 42 years, would be 99 years old if he wins the election, which
Biya, Paul
As Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya declares his candidacy for an eighth term in the October 2025 presidential election, concerns over the country's multiparty democracy and governance have been raised. Despite his advanced age, Biya remains the world's oldest sitting head of state, having
Biya, Paul
As the world's oldest head of state, 92-year-old President Paul Biya has announced his intention to seek re-election in October, aiming to extend his 43-year rule. Despite growing criticism over allegations of corruption and poor governance, Biya has never lost an election and has removed term limits in
Biya, Paul
Cameroon's long-serving president, Paul Biya, has announced his plans to run for an eighth term in office, a move that will see him remain in power until the age of 100. With an age of 92, Biya has already held the title of the world's oldest
Biya, Paul
President Paul Biya, 92, announced his decision to run for an eighth term in Cameroon's October election, seeking to extend his 43-year grip on power. Biya, the world's oldest head of state, stated that his decision was in response to "numerous and insistent" calls
Biya, Paul
Cameroon's president, Paul Biya, a 92-year-old who is the world's oldest serving head of state, has made a surprise announcement that he will run for an eighth term in the presidential election on October 12. Biya, who came to power in 1982, has been in office
Biya, Paul
Cameroon's President Paul Biya has officially announced his candidacy for the country's upcoming presidential election, scheduled for October 12, 2025. In a public declaration, Biya, 91, stated that he is running for office again in response to "urgent appeals" from across the country and
Biya, Paul
Cameroonian President Paul Biya, 92, has announced his intention to seek his eighth term in the country's October elections, sparking concerns about the country's stalled political transition. Biya, the second-longest-serving president in Africa, has been in power since 1982 and has faced allegations of corruption and
Biya, Paul
Cameroon's President Paul Biya, in power since 1982, is likely to face a challenge in the upcoming October election from two of his closest allies, Bello Bouba Maigari and Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who have resigned from his government and announced their candidacy. The election could mark a turning
Biya, Paul
Cameroon is on the cusp of a presidential election, with questions over the health and capacity of 92-year-old leader Paul Biya dominating the debate. Despite Biya's popularity being boosted by ratings agency Fitch, who predicted he would win the upcoming vote, his critics are struggling to find a
