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Paul Biya, Cameroon's 92-year-old president, was sworn in for an eighth term amid controversy and protests following a disputed election where he claimed victory with 54% of the vote, despite opposition claims of fraud and resulting deadly protests.
92-year-old President Paul Biya has been re-elected for an eighth term in Cameroon amid controversy, questions about his health and governance style, and ongoing social and regional tensions, highlighting his long-standing and complex rule in the country.
Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya has claimed an eighth term amid disputed election results that sparked protests and unrest across the country, with opposition figures alleging election fraud and warning of potential instability.
Paul Biya, Cameroon's 92-year-old president, has won his eighth term in a disputed election marked by violence and protests, with opposition claims of electoral malpractice and widespread unrest across the country.
92-year-old Cameroonian President Paul Biya has been re-elected for an eighth term amid allegations of irregularities and concerns over his health and leadership continuity, with violence reported during the election process.
Opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary declared victory in Cameroon's presidential election, calling for the incumbent Paul Biya to accept the results and respect the democratic process, although official results are pending from the electoral commission.
Opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary claimed victory in Cameroon's presidential election, urging incumbent President Paul Biya to concede, though official results have not yet been announced. Biya, in power since 1982, is widely expected to win amid a divided opposition and recent electoral controversies.
Cameroon held a presidential election with incumbent Paul Biya, Africa's oldest leader, seeking another 7-year term amid security challenges and a young population, with results expected by October 26.
Cameroon is holding a presidential election with 92-year-old incumbent Paul Biya favored to win an eighth term amid political stagnation, opposition challenges, and ongoing conflicts, including the anglophone crisis, which has led to declining voter turnout and calls for Biya to step down.
Many African countries are led by very old leaders, with Cameroon’s Paul Biya, at 92, being the oldest, seeking an eighth term amid ongoing issues like violence and corruption. Other long-serving leaders include Malawi's Peter Mutharika, Ivory Coast's Alassane Ouattara, Equatorial Guinea's Teodoro Obiang, and Zimbabwe's Emmerson Mnangagwa, all in their 80s. Despite the prevalence of gerontocracies, youth protests and emerging younger leaders signal potential shifts in Africa's political landscape.
92-year-old Cameroon's President Paul Biya seeks an eighth term amid criticism over his reliance on AI-generated campaign videos, his long tenure, and challenges like youth unemployment, opposition exclusion, and regional conflicts, raising questions about democracy and leadership legitimacy.
92-year-old Cameroon's President Paul Biya is attempting to connect with young voters through increased social media activity ahead of the October 2024 election, but his efforts are seen as superficial and ineffective by many, highlighting the challenges of engaging Cameroon’s predominantly young population on digital platforms.
Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya, in power for nearly 43 years, has announced a bid for re-election in October, potentially extending his rule until nearly his 100th birthday despite concerns about his health and questions about the opposition's ability to challenge him. His long tenure has been marked by allegations of human rights violations and a tightly controlled political landscape.
Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, has announced his intention to run for an eighth term in October, aiming to extend his 43-year rule amid criticism over governance and health concerns, with opposition and former allies also vying for power.
Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya announced he will seek an eighth term in the October 2025 elections, aiming to extend his nearly 43 years in power amid a divided opposition and recent defections from his supporters.