Cameroon - Douala-Bafoussam: the 139.2 billion FCFA agreement finally signed in Bangkok

On October 13, 2026, in Bangkok, the Islamic Development Bank signed a loan of 139.2 billion FCFA with Cameroon to rehabilitate the 218 km national route 5 between Douala and Bafoussam, a crucial economic corridor. The agreement was signed by Economy Minister Alamine Ousmane Mey and BID President Muhammad Sulaiman Al Jasser. This funding ends years of anticipation to improve the road's condition, which has been in advanced disrepair affecting the Western economy.