"The fact that Tomaino Hermine Patricia Ndam Njoya was even allowed to run is remarkable, given that the initial list comprised over 80 candidates in Cameroon. Kah Walla, who made history as Cameroon's first female presidential candidate in 2011, did not succeed in defeating President Paul Biya. Neither did Esther Dang, who also ran in 2011. But this time, the chances of a future female president are looking good."
"Not only because there are more female politicians, ministers, and presidents in Africa. With the adoption of the first Women's Convention in 2021, more than 81 women's organizations nationwide have gained influence that would have been unthinkable in previous elections. In this Central African country, equality before the law prevails. Women make up over half of the population. But standing alongside eleven male presidential candidates is still a rarity."
Cameroon's electoral commission approved 12 presidential candidates for the October 12 election, including Tomaino Hermine Patricia Ndam Njoya as the sole female contender. Ndam Njoya is 56, serves as mayor of Foumban, and chairs the Democratic Union for Cameroon (UDC). Her campaign slogan is "Freedom. Justice. Progress." Previous female candidates Kah Walla and Esther Dang ran in 2011 and did not defeat the incumbent. The 2021 Women's Convention strengthened more than 81 women's organizations nationwide, increasing female political influence, though having a woman among eleven male presidential candidates remains rare.
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