2025 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS: Disappointment among some people with disabilities

People with disabilities have expressed disappointment regarding the campaign platform of the candidate from the Cameroon People’s Democratic Rally (RDPC) for the 2025 presidential elections. They regret the absence of explicit mentions concerning disability and social inclusion in this political program.

• François finds it « incredible » that despite the treaties and conventions signed by Cameroon, inclusion isn’t mentioned in this platform.
• Carine M. believes that those who support this party demonstrate that people with disabilities « don’t count for them ».
• Frédéric denounces a « politics of the stomach » where one settles for accepting minor benefits.
• Charles H. states he « didn’t understand anything » about this profession of faith.

Some contextual elements:

• Cameroon has signed various international conventions related to the rights of people with disabilities.
• The 2025 presidential elections in Cameroon raise expectations among different groups, including people with disabilities.

Etienne Didier ONANA (c)