Education and development in Cameroon

Overall, the policy put in place with a view to achieving emerging market status by 2035 is characterised by uncertainties, which result in a waste of time, accompanied by a decline in the growth rate. Despite this unfavourable situation, Cameroon is nevertheless posting positive results. The growth rate, currently standing at around 4 per cent, could be raised in the coming years, thereby propelling Cameroon towards emerging market status. However, this trend masks significant educational challenges that could prevent education and training from sustaining this growth. Cameroon's transition to an emerging economy cannot take place without a strong, dynamic education system complemented by swift and effective action. At present, this education system remains inadequate and falls short of the acceptable threshold required to strengthen complementarity with various economic activities and accelerate growth by 2035. This book presents an overview of the evolution of the educational situation in Cameroon: its history, how it operates, its concrete objectives, its challenges and the uncertainties facing it as we look towards 2035. It is the result of work carried out by two teachers specialising in geography.