The Director General of Elections at Elections Cameroon – ELECAM, Dr. Erik Essousse, officially launched a targeted digital communication campaign on April 22, 2026, aimed at educating the public on the fundamentals of voter registration.
Hosted at the ELECAM headquarters in Yaoundé, the launch marked the beginning of a week-long initiative running until April 30. The campaign’s opening theme, “If you are 20 years of age or older, register to vote,” specifically targets the youth population, urging them to take an active role in the democratic process by securing their place on the electoral rolls.
During the media briefing, Dr. Essousse provided an update on the current status of the national electoral register, which now boasts over eight million registered voters. For the 2026 cycle alone, exactly 88,156 new citizens have already been registered.
With the annual revision period—which runs from January 1 to August 31—set to conclude in just four months, ELECAM is intensifying its mobilization efforts to ensure that no eligible citizen is left behind. The Director General noted that the revision process is proceeding smoothly and encouraged citizens to verify their status via the official online portal.
The campaign is deeply rooted in the legal framework of the nation, specifically Article 74 of the Electoral Code, which establishes the permanence of electoral lists. These lists undergo mandatory annual revisions both within the national territory and across the diaspora via Cameroon’s diplomatic missions and consular posts.
This institutionalized process ensures that the register remains dynamic, capturing new voters and removing ineligible ones, thereby maintaining the integrity of the data that forms the backbone of the country’s electoral system.
By leveraging a strong online presence, ELECAM aims to strengthen the credibility and reliability of the electoral process through transparency and education. This digital initiative serves as a vital tool for informing and raising awareness among a tech-savvy generation.
As the August deadline approaches, the commission remains committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Cameroonian, at home or abroad, can exercise their fundamental right to register and participate in shaping the nation’s future.
