In the corridors of power in Yaoundé, the atmosphere is heavy with anticipation as the nation waits for a definitive move from the presidency. While rumors of a major government overhaul have been circulating for months, President Paul Biya appears to be prioritizing a series of confidential administrative and political projects that are effectively stalling any immediate changes to his cabinet.
Strategic delays at the Etoudi Palace
The expected ministerial reshuffle in Cameroun is not merely a matter of swapping names; it is intrinsically linked to several sensitive dossiers currently being managed within the highest levels of the state. These “secret projects” involve complex institutional adjustments and strategic planning that require the direct oversight of the President’s closest collaborators.
Key figures such as Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, the Secretary General of the Presidency, and Samuel Mvondo Ayolo, the Director of the Civil Cabinet, remain central to these ongoing processes. Their involvement in finalizing these high-stakes files suggests that the Head of State is unwilling to disrupt the current executive structure until these specific objectives are met.
The weight of confidential dossiers
The political landscape in Cameroun is currently defined by this calculated patience. Observers on the ground note that the delay is a deliberate choice by Paul Biya, who is known for his methodical approach to governance. By focusing on these underlying projects first, the presidency ensures that any new government will step into a framework that has already been meticulously prepared.
As these internal tasks continue to be addressed behind closed doors, the political class and the public remain in a state of suspended expectation. The eventual reshuffle will likely signal the completion of these hidden agendas, marking a new phase in the country’s administration.
