Direct answer: As of April 2026, Cameroon has reintroduced a vice-presidential post through a constitutional amendment; the vice-president would assume the presidency in case of vacancy. The exact person occupying the role would be named by the president and would serve the remainder of the current seven-year term, subject to approval and promulgation of the law by the president. Recent coverage notes ongoing debate about the reform and potential implications for succession and governance.
Notes and context:
- The reform establishes the vice-president as the successor in cases of death, resignation, or permanent incapacity of the president, replacing the previous arrangement where the Senate president was the immediate successor.[4]
- The measure was approved in parliament by a large majority and awaits promulgation by the president; observers cite concerns about centralization and legitimacy, while supporters frame it as ensuring continuity.[4]
- Public and media discussions in early April 2026 highlighted uncertainty about who might be named vice-president and what this implies for governance and democratic processes in Cameroon.[5][4]
If you’d like, I can look for the latest official statements or provide a brief timeline of the reform’s passage and current status with citations.