Cameroon - Maurice Kamto: simple militant, but kingmaker

Maurice Kamto resigned from the presidency of the MRC on September 8, 2026, but remains influential within the party he founded in 2012. He now presents himself as a 'simple militant' while working on the party's national expansion and already discussing alliances for upcoming elections. The MRC convention to elect a new leader is scheduled for October 17 amid ongoing disputes. Kamto continues his strategic withdrawal to influence the party's future and electoral alliances.