A new report reveals widespread legal violations within Cameroon’s public sector, specifically concerning the length of terms for leadership positions. Published on June 23, 2026, the study by Professor Viviane Ondoua Biwole details that 77 chairpersons of boards of directors and 36 general managers are currently serving beyond their legally mandated terms. Cameroonian law allows for a three-year term renewable once for board chairpersons and twice for general managers, established in 2017. The report highlights a systemic failure by appointing authorities to adhere to these regulations, resulting in significant financial losses. These accumulated losses are estimated at nearly 40 billion CFA francs. The research, based on data from 89 public entities, indicates a growing trend of overstays, with the number of illegally serving chairpersons increasing from 71 in 2025 to 77 in 2026. The study underscores a deeply rooted issue of non-compliance within the governance of state-owned enterprises.