The Cameroonian head of state, Paul Biya, has now spent an unprecedented 64 days outside Cameroon since departing from Yaoundé on June 7, 2026, for what was initially described as a brief private trip to Europe. His prolonged absence has shifted from a passing curiosity to a pressing issue, prompting widespread debate about its implications.
With each passing week, questions intensify: how does this extended absence impact governance and decision-making processes? What are the consequences for national stability and public confidence in leadership? As the days accumulate, the situation underscores deeper concerns that extend far beyond mere protocol.
