On Tuesday 10 November, the Senate of Cameroon presided over the opening of the third ordinary session of the 2026 legislative year, urging the government to adopt a 2027 budget that prioritises the population’s purchasing power and the country’s economic sovereignty.
The session was held in the presence of senior parliamentary officials, who underscored the Senate’s commitment to a fiscal plan that supports households and reduces dependence on external financing.
Senators called for increased allocations to social programmes, price‑stabilisation measures and policies that would strengthen domestic production, arguing that such steps are essential for safeguarding Cameroon's economic independence.
Cameroon, a Central African nation with an estimated 28 million inhabitants, has faced rising living costs and external debt pressures in recent years, prompting lawmakers to focus on measures that can improve real incomes and promote self‑reliance.
The Senate’s resolution will be forwarded to the executive branch for further discussion, with the expectation that the proposed budget priorities will be incorporated into the national financial plan for 2027.
<small>Source: Actu Cameroun — read the original story there.</small>
