Yaounde: Cameroon went to the polls on Sunday in a decisive presidential election that could extend President Paul Biya’s 43-year rule, one of the longest in the world. The 92-year-old leader, in power since 1982, is seeking yet another term despite growing domestic discontent and mounting international concern over the state of democracy in the Central African nation.

The presidential election has drawn global attention as Cameroonians cast their votes under tight security and heightened tension. With over 8 million registered voters, the election represents both a test of endurance for Biya’s aging leadership and a reflection of the nation’s struggle for democratic renewal.

Biya’s continued grip on power has defined Cameroon’s modern history. Under his leadership, the country has wit

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