Road Networks

Current Situation:

For more than 60 years of independence, Cameroon has struggled with its roads. Today, less than 11% of our national road network is paved. That means out of every 10 roads you travel, at least 9 are either dusty  in the dry season or muddy, nearly impassable paths in the rainy season.

Maintenance is weak and inconsistent. 

Roads that are built often deteriorate quickly because they are not repaired on time. On top of that, our roadsides lack greenery , no trees, no planned landscaping ,leaving our towns and highways bare, polluted, and less inviting.

According to the World Economic Forum (2019), Cameroon scored just 2.40 out of 7 in road quality. To put that in perspective, the global average is 4.07. This means our roads are ranked well below world standards, making travel across the country not only uncomfortable but also unsafe and costly.

The Ministry of Public Works confirmed that by December 2024, only 10,576 km out of 121,873 km were paved ,  just about 8.7–9% of the network. The rest remains unpaved.

This reality places Cameroon in the lower tier of African nations for transport infrastructure. It affects everyone:

• Farmers struggle to take their produce to markets because trucks get stuck on muddy roads.
   
• Families face higher transport costs, as vehicle repairs from bad roads are passed on to passengers.
   
• Businesses lose money because goods take longer to deliver.
   
• Tourism suffers because poor roads discourage visitors from exploring our beautiful country.
   

Our Vision for 2032-2052:

1. 100,000+ km of  newly Paved Roads: 

• A complete national road network linking cities, towns, villages, farms, and industries. Paving 5000KM yearly. Which is 500KM of road to be paved in every region yearly.  In practical terms it's the distance from Yaoundé to Bamenda, or Douala to Garoua.
• World-Class Ranking: Currently Cameroon is ranked at 105th  in the world and 20th in Africa  for paved roads. Based on our vision from 2032- 2052, with 110000km of paved roads, which will account for 90.3% of  roads. Cameroon would be  be ranked in 4th place in Africa surpassing countries like Ghana, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Egypt, Ivory coast, and ranked  62nd in the world surpassing countries like Finland  Norway, Denmark, Chile, Greece and Ecuador.   
• Green & Sustainable Urban Planning: Tree-lined highways,  beautiful and modern landscapes,  interchanges, and rural greenery will be integrated into every development.  
• Smart Infrastructure: Digital toll gates, traffic monitoring, and real-time systems to enhance safety, efficiency, and revenue transparency.  
• Job Creation: The Road network construction from 2032-2052 will create 108,000 -200,000 Total Annual jobs (direct and indirect). All road constructions will be executed by Cameroonian owned companies.

Street Lighting & Sanitation

Current Situation:

Cameroon’s streets and highways are poorly lit, especially outside major cities. Many communities remain in complete darkness once the sun sets.  with less than 6% of it's paved road with functional street lights. which is 4000-6000KM. This lack of lighting increases the risks of road accidents, limits safe movement at night, and leaves neighborhoods vulnerable to crime and insecurity. For many families, something as simple as walking home in the evening can feel unsafe.

On the sanitation side, waste management remains one of our nation’s biggest challenges. Piles of uncollected garbage in towns and villages are common. Drainage systems are often clogged with plastic and refuse, which leads to flooding during the rainy season. The sight of waste in our streets is not only unpleasant but also harmful , it breeds disease, contaminates water sources, and lowers the dignity of our communities.

This combination of poor lighting and poor sanitation reduces the quality of daily life, weakens public health, and makes it harder for Cameroon to attract investment and tourism.

Our Vision for 2032-2052

We believe every Cameroonian deserves to live in a safe, clean, and dignified environment. That is why our vision for street lighting and sanitation is bold and transformative:

• 70,000–80,000 km of Solar and Hybrid Street Lighting
  We will install modern streetlights powered by solar and hybrid energy across the nation’s roads, cities, and rural communities. This will reduce dependence on the national grid while providing reliable, cost-effective lighting. Lit roads will improve safety for drivers, protect pedestrians, and bring life back into communities after dark.

• Annually 2500-4000KM. Which translates to 250km-400km per region annually. This will place Cameroon as the 2nd most illuminated country in Africa and  will be ranked 25th in the world above countries like Poland, Sweden , Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Switzerland, Austria.
   
• Strict Sanitation Laws
  A new nationwide sanitation law will enforce proper waste disposal and recycling, ensuring accountability for individuals, businesses, and councils. Local governments will be empowered with resources to collect and process waste effectively. Citizens will be educated on hygiene and cleanliness, while violators will face penalties.
   
• Cameroon: Africa’s Cleanest Country
  With solar-lit streets and strict sanitation systems, Cameroon will set a new standard across the continent. Our cities and villages will no longer be defined by piles of garbage or dark, unsafe streets but by clean neighborhoods, modern waste systems, and safe public spaces. By 2040, Cameroon will be the cleanest country in Africa.
   

Why This Matters

• Health: Clean streets mean fewer outbreaks of malaria, cholera, and other diseases caused by poor sanitation.
   
• Safety: Well-lit roads reduce crime, prevent accidents, and allow businesses to thrive even after sunset.
   
• Dignity & Pride: A clean and bright Cameroon uplifts the spirit of its people and sends a powerful message to the world that we are building a nation of order, beauty, and progress.
   
• Sustainability: By using solar and hybrid systems, Cameroon takes a step toward energy independence and environmental responsibility.
• JOB CREATION:  Street lighting and Sanitation will create 3000-4000 jobs annually (Direct and indirect)

Current situation:

Cameroon’s airports are not in the best shape compared to the rest of the world. In 2019, the World Economic Forum rated the country’s airport infrastructure at 3.3 out of 7, which is below average. For comparison, the world’s average score is around 4.55.

The national airline, Camair-Co, currently has about six active planes. These include models like the airbus 727,  Boeing 737-700, Bombardier Dash-8-Q400, and Xian MA60.

Camair-Co runs flights within the country, connecting major cities such as Douala, Yaoundé, Bafoussam, Ngaoundéré, Garoua, and Maroua. It also offers some routes to neighboring countries, making it possible to travel regionally as well as internationally. Right now, our national airline, Camair-Co, only has about 6 working planes. Which is an insult to the nation like Cameroon:

OUR VISION FOR 2032-2053

•  Better Airports 

• We will Construct new modern international airports in every region that will set the standards  internationally that can process 5-20million passengers annually. 1 airport will be constructed every year from 2033.

• Upgrade, expand and modernize runways, terminals, and safety systems so they meet international standards of the existing  international airports in Yaoundé and Douala.
   
• A Stronger and Modern Airline Fleet

• Grow the fleet with new modern planes such as Airbus A320s and Boeing 787s,  Boeing 777-8 Freighter ,  Airbus A350F , as well as smaller regional jets.
   
•  Every region in Cameroon will have  at least 5 planes. 3 planes with regional flying capacity and 2 planes with international flying capacity. Every region gets a new plane in a duration sequence of every two years.  That sums up to 50+planes.
   
• Retire old aircraft and replace them with newer, safer, and more eco-friendly planes.

• Add more direct flights to African cities like Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg. Establish long-haul routes to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, turning Cameroon into a global gateway for trade, tourism, and business.
• Job  Creation  projections.

              Short-Term (2032–2040)80,000–120,000 jobs, 

              Long term-Term (2040–2052) 200,000–400,000 jobs
 

LIMBE AND TIKO SEA PORTS

CURRENT SITUATION:

The Limbe and Tiko seaports in the Southwest Region are important for Cameroon’s trade, but they’re not working at their full potential:

Limbe Seaport: Handles about 2-3 million tones of cargo yearly, mainly oil products and timber. It’s running at 60-70% capacity due to shallow waters, outdated equipment, and the ongoing Anglophone crisis, which has cut activity by 10-20% since 2019. The nearby SONARA oil refinery has been idle, limiting oil trade.

Tiko Seaport: Handles about  28,880 tones of goods like bananas, rubber, and timber, mostly to Nigeria. It operates only in the rainy season (June-October) because of river silt and uses basic equipment, running at 40-50% capacity. In 2025, it earned about 3.5 billion CFA francs ($5.8 million USD) in revenue.

Together, the Limbe and Tiko  these ports handle less than 5% of Cameroon’s total trade, with Douala taking over 90%. This shows there’s a huge opportunity to grow!

OUR VISION FOR 2032-2052:

Transform  Limbe and Tiko into world-class ports:

• Complete the Limbe Deep Seaport Project: The $670 million plan initiated by Mr. Biya's administration  (with Turkish partners) will deepen the port to handle bigger ships, add modern cranes, and expand storage. 
• Fix Tiko’s River Access: Regular dredging will make Tiko usable year-round, boosting exports like bananas and rubber. Adding container facilities will help it support Limbe.
• Create Jobs and Trade Hubs: New facilities can support neighbors like Chad and Central African Republic, boosting regional trade.

• when we fully develop Limbe and Tiko, they could handle 10-15 million tones of cargo yearly by 2035. This will create 15000-20000(direct and indirect) jobs and generating 35-50 billion CFA francs ($60-85 million USD) in revenue yearly.