In Cameroon, the question of who will succeed President Paul Biya has triggered a fierce rivalry between his son, Franck Biya, and his wife, First Lady Chantal Biya. Both camps are quietly building alliances and positioning themselves for what insiders describe as an increasingly ruthless succession battle.
Franck Biya, long considered a potential heir, has been stepping up his public appearances and political networking. Meanwhile, Chantal Biya has cultivated her own network of loyalists within the ruling party and state institutions. The tension between the two factions is palpable, with each side wary of the other’s moves.
Analysts say the struggle could deepen divisions within the Cameroonian political elite as Paul Biya’s long tenure nears its inevitable end. For now, the battle remains behind closed doors, but the stakes are enormous for the future of the country.
