Cameroon approves renationalisation of main electricity provider

Cameroon has moved to take full control of its main electricity provider and distributor after President Paul Biya signed a decree approving its renationalisation.

The announcement on Monday comes as the country’s energy sector faces serious challenges including frequent power outages, with generation failing to meet growing demand.

Energy of Cameroon (ENEO) is the backbone of the country’s electricity sector holding a monopoly over…