Economic Outlook
Our content analyzes national and international economic conditions, macroeconomic indicators, growth trends, inflation, employment, interest rates, and market developments. This section deciphers economic trends, financial cycles, and short-term factors that influence business activity and household purchasing power.
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CEMAC: Inflation Slows to 1.4% in Q1 2026
Inflation in the CEMAC region slowed to 1.4% in Q1 2026, thanks to the decline in global commodity prices and strong agricultural harvests. This decrease provides monetary authorities with some breathing room.
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CEMAC: The Scanning Crisis at the Port of Douala Has Led to Significant Logistical Overheads
The scanning crisis at the Port of Douala has caused significant logistical overheads, lengthening waiting times and increasing the cost of port passage. This has had a significant impact on regional inflation, which remains high despite a slight decline. Port supply chain disruptions are exacerbating pressure on retail prices.
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Customs Revenue: Decline in Export Duties Weighs on Performance
The decline in export duties is heavily impacting customs performance, with a 47.6% drop compared to the previous year. Import taxes are playing a cushioning role, but are not enough to offset the losses.
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Domestic VAT: DGI Collects 197.7 Billion FCFA in Q1 2026
The DGI collected 197.7 billion FCFA in domestic VAT in Q1 2026, below forecasts. The result marks a 2.9% decline compared to the previous year. The internal collection is offset by the dynamism of customs activity.
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Cocoa: The price per kilogram reaches a peak of 2,600 FCFA at the end of the campaign
The price per kilogram of cocoa reaches 2,600 FCFA, consolidating the recovery that began two months earlier, but remains below historical performances.
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Inflation: Five Regional Capitals Exceed Cemac's Critical Threshold
Inflation has reached alarming levels in five regional capitals. The cost of living is rising sharply in Bertoua, Ngaoundéré, and Bafoussam. What are the causes of this runaway inflation?
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Banana Industry: CDC Exports Down 12% in June 2026
Cameroon's banana exports plummeted by 12% in June 2026, hitting a yearly low. Climate and structural difficulties are weighing on production. What's the future of the banana industry?
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Market: Gold price oscillates around $4,000 an ounce
Gold is oscillating around $4,000 an ounce, breaking with the upward trend. Institutional demand is weakening and geopolitical tensions are influencing hedging strategies. What's the future for gold?
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Wheat: Cameroon and Chad Relaunch Local Production
Cameroon and Chad are relaunching wheat production through multi-year action plans and the introduction of improved seed varieties, aiming to reduce imports and promote local production.
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Hydrocarbons: Gasoil Import Costs Soar by 60.7%
The cost of importing gasoil has surged by 60.7%, threatening the economy. International prices have risen by 89%, affecting transporters and distributors. What will be the impact on public finances?
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Road Network: Over 111,000 km of Dirt Roads in Cameroon
Cameroon has over 111,000 km of dirt roads, exposing the economy to frequent traffic disruptions. Insufficient financial allocations for maintenance have created a funding deficit of over 100 billion CFA francs. A new preventive maintenance doctrine is being developed.
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Cocoa: The price per kilogram exceeds 2000 FCFA again
The price per kilogram of cocoa exceeds 2000 FCFA again, but remains below the expectations of farmers. Producers remain cautious in the face of revaluation.
