Cameroon faces rising poverty and frustration before elections
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In Cameroon’s capital, traders and hawkers struggle as falling commodity prices and social inequality deepen economic hardship. Many young graduates are unemployed or forced into informal work to survive. Farmers face mounting debt after a 40% crash in cocoa prices, while the cost of living continues to rise.
Breakdown
- Many Cameroonians are struggling to afford basic goods, with second-hand markets becoming more common. 9s
- Youth unemployment remains high, and falling commodity prices are impacting incomes and economic stability. 44s
- Cocoa farmers have been hit by a 40% price drop since late 2024, leading to increased debt. 1m 10s
- Despite over 3% GDP growth since 2023 and positive forecasts, poverty has risen to 40%. 1m 32s
- Concerns about government debt transparency and the use of foreign loans have been raised ahead of the elections. 1m 57s