Cameroon’s Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute has unveiled an ambitious strategic roadmap for 2026 during a session at the National Assembly on November 26. The presentation highlighted the government’s commitment to advancing infrastructure and implementing crucial reforms as articulated in President Paul Biya’s recent vision for the nation.
Dion Ngute emphasized that the 2026 Economic, Financial, Social and Cultural Programme is closely aligned with President Biya’s directives from his inaugural speech on November 6, 2025. He expressed the government’s determination to foster “a united, stable and prosperous Cameroon,” with particular focus on policies benefiting youths and women.
Key initiatives outlined in the 2026 plan include the revival of PhD programs in state universities aiming to bolster academic research, along with the reinstatement of competitive entrance examinations for teacher training colleges. Furthermore, a new national spatial plan will be introduced to enhance youth employment opportunities. Enhanced investment in labor-intensive projects is also expected to generate jobs and invigorate local economies.
Dion Ngute stated, “These initiatives reflect our unwavering commitment to improving the social, economic and professional prospects of young Cameroonians and women.”
The proposed budget for 2026 will support significant reforms aimed at improving the performance of the state and modernizing public administration. A major focus will be on infrastructure development, including the rehabilitation of 335 kilometers of asphalt roads and over 1,500 meters of engineering structures, alongside the continuation of the second phase of the vital Yaounde-Douala motorway.
Several new road projects are slated for commencement, such as the Ebolowa-Kribi, Bina-Mokranz-Andi, Fedak-Babji-Beka-Butu-Lewa-Bikop, Ndolape-Kampo express, Gaou-Edéa-Kribi, and Nkambe-Garoua roads, which collectively span over 700 kilometers.
In addition to infrastructure efforts, the government plans to work on the Garoua bypass, which includes constructing a second bridge over the Benue River and another bridge over the Ntem River.
Under President Biya’s guidance, Cameroon aims to enhance its diplomatic reach and diversify international partnerships, further positioning itself strategically on the global stage. The country is gearing up to host the 14th World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference in March 2026, an event anticipated to elevate Cameroon’s international standing significantly.
Dion Ngute also outlined plans for political stability by emphasizing the necessity of monitoring political parties and reforming regulations concerning associations and civil society organizations.
The Prime Minister called on lawmakers to back the government’s development aspirations, underscoring that the 2026 programme is a pivotal step towards reinforcing national unity, advancing reforms, and elevating living conditions for all citizens. Through these initiatives, the Cameroonian government aims to build a brighter and more prosperous future for its people.