Cameroon’s Minister of Civil Cabinet, Samuel Mvondo Ayolo, has officially refuted recent rumors concerning President Paul Biya’s health. The minister stated firmly that President Biya has not been hospitalized, dismissing circulating claims about his well-being. This denial comes in response to ongoing speculation, particularly fuelled by his limited public appearances. Ayolo’s statement aims to quell anxieties and reinforce the narrative of presidential stability. The government’s swift response indicates a sensitivity to perceptions of vulnerability and a desire to maintain control over information. This clarification seeks to reassure the public and counter potential political destabilization stemming from health-related uncertainty surrounding the long-serving president. Further details regarding the source of the initial rumors were not provided.