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Cameroon reintroduces vice president position after more than 40 years

President Paul Biya, 92, speaks while he stands next to his wife Chantal Biya during the launch of his electoral campaign, in Maroua, Cameroon on October 7, 2025. 

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By  AGENCIES  &  Reuters

Cameroon has reintroduced the Vice President position following fresh constitutional changes. 

This means that should anything happen to the sickly President Paul Biya, the VP will become president before a new election is held.

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