Douala: CUD and Huawei sign a protocol agreement on the digital transformation of the city

Author: Investir au Cameroun PublicationPublished on: April 30, 2026Country: Cameroon

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Douala: CUD and Huawei sign a protocol agreement on the digital transformation of the city

During an official visit to China, Douala's mayor, Roger Mbassa Ndinè, signed a protocol agreement with Huawei on April 28, 2026, to modernize the city. This agreement aims to enhance urban management tools and transition Douala towards a 'Smart City' model. Proposed areas of focus include urban surveillance, intelligent traffic management, and digitization of land records.

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