Opposition parties and civil society in Cameroon have submitted 66 proposals for electoral reforms to President Paul Biya ahead of the October 2025 presidential elections. Koupit Adamou, a UDC MP, delivered the document aiming to modify an electoral code that the opposition argues favors the ruling party. The proposed amendments, which must be legislated in Parliament, seek to establish a fair electoral framework for all political actors.
The coalition of opposition parties and civil society organizations in Cameroon is advocating for significant electoral reforms ahead of the upcoming presidential elections scheduled for October 2025. They have formally submitted revised proposals for a consensual electoral code to President Paul Biya, emphasizing the need for changes to the current electoral framework, which they argue unjustly favors the ruling party.
The document was received by the Presidency’s mail service on February 17, 2025, as reported by Journal du Cameroun. Koupit Adamou, Member of Parliament representing the Union for Democratic Change (UDC), was tasked with presenting these proposals to the Unity Palace, encompassing a total of 66 amendments developed through collaborative efforts between opposition and civil society representatives.
The proposed revisions aim to create an equitable electoral environment that accommodates all political entities. As the reforms must be legislated through Parliament, the process may commence during the March parliamentary session or could be delayed until June to ensure implementation prior to the elections.
Previously, on January 10, President Biya responded to Hermine Patricia Tomaïno Ndam Njoya, the National President of the UDC, indicating he had not received the initial draft of proposals. This latest submission seeks not only to remedy that oversight but also to expedite the discussions on electoral reform that are crucial for the political landscape in Cameroon.
In summary, Cameroon’s opposition parties and civil society are uniting to demand electoral reforms to ensure a fair electoral process for the presidential elections in October 2025. Their collaborative efforts have culminated in a comprehensive proposal seeking to alter the existing electoral code that they believe benefits the ruling party. As the process unfolds, it is vital for these reforms to be addressed in Parliament to facilitate a transparent electoral environment.
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