Cameroon revives vice presidency with sweeping powers for Biya

Cameroon’s parliament has reintroduced the vice presidency, granting President Paul Biya the sole authority to appoint and dismiss the officeholder. The constitutional amendment, approved by an overwhelming majority in a joint legislative session, was boycotted by the main opposition. Critics warn it consolidates Biya's already vast control as he enters his eighth term at the age of 93. The vice president will step in only if Biya is incapacitated or dies, but their powers are strictly delegated