List of Presidents of Cameroon: Past and Present

Last updated November 2026

This page lists the presidents and heads of state of Cameroon from 1960 to the present, with the years each leader was in office and a short summary of their time in power. Use it to find the current president of Cameroon, former presidents, and key dates in the country's political history.

Current president of Cameroon: Paul Biya (in office since 1982).

Presidents of Cameroon in order, with years in office

Ahmadou Ahidjo

Served: 1960–1982

First president of independent Cameroon; resigned in November 1982.

Paul Biya

Served: 1982–present

Prime minister from 1975 to 1982 and president since 6 November 1982; sworn in for an eighth term on 6 November 2025 after a disputed election.

Frequently asked questions about the presidents of Cameroon

Who is the current president of Cameroon?

The current head of state of Cameroon is Paul Biya, in office since 1982.

Who were the previous presidents of Cameroon?

The presidents and heads of state of Cameroon listed on this page, in order, are: Ahmadou Ahidjo, Paul Biya.

Who was the first president of Cameroon?

Ahmadou Ahidjo was the first president of Cameroon, in office 1960–1982.

Sources: Wikipedia, President of Cameroon; Reuters, AP and AFP reports of the 6 November 2025 swearing-in (checked Nov 2026). Cameroon has had two presidents.. Last reviewed November 2026.

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