Speaking at the Gecam’s annual general meeting in Douala on June 23, 2026, Célestin Tawamba, the organization’s president, highlighted the critical barriers stifling investment in Cameroon.

As the Gecam’s annual general meeting unfolded, Célestin Tawamba, its president, delivered a sobering assessment of Cameroon’s current economic landscape. «In a world where economies fiercely compete to attract capital, talent, and technology, the quality of governance has emerged as a decisive factor in competitiveness,» he emphasized.

Investors, Tawamba explained, prioritize three key areas: infrastructure quality, energy supply and affordability, and tax policy. Yet their ultimate consideration remains a country’s ability to make decisions, execute plans, and honor commitments. «We invest in a country that decides—not one that waits. The future of Cameroon’s economy hinges on this reality, and the Gecam is committed to playing its part with responsibility, independence, and patriotism,» he asserted.

For Tawamba, the focus has shifted from identifying problems to accelerating solutions. «The question is no longer what needs to be done but how to do it faster, better, and with measurable results. The era of diagnosis must give way to execution. Intentions must yield to achievements, and promises to tangible outcomes,» he stressed.

He pointed to Cameroon’s current predicament—a climate of hesitation that permeates every sector of the economy. «Structural decisions are delayed, arbitrations drag on, and projects progress at a glacial pace. Administrations often favor caution over initiative, leaving business leaders grappling with uncertainty. This erosion of confidence is palpable among investors and entrepreneurs alike,» he concluded.