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Cameroon’s Aging President Returns From Months-Long Stay Abroad

Cameroon’s Aging President Returns From Months-Long Stay Abroad
NYT World Thursday 20 August 2026, 21:52 UTC By Zane Irwin 1 min read
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President of Cameroon Paul Biya’s motorcade is greeted by supporters as it passes through Yaoundé on Thursday after his arrival back in Cameroon following a 73-day absence.

President of Cameroon Paul Biya’s motorcade is greeted by supporters as it passes through Yaoundé on Thursday after his arrival back in Cameroon following a 73-day absence. [Image text:] Jusqu'a 1000bourse a gagne GAR SIDENT
Cameroon (LOCATION) Paul Biya (PERSON) Yaoundé (ORG)
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