Cameroon: MBAH Eric Mbah Re-elected as President of Cameroon Bar Association
In a pivotal moment for legal leadership in Cameroon, MBAH Eric Mbah has been re-elected as President of the Cameroon Bar Association, reaffirming his status as a trusted voice within the country’s legal community. A seasoned lawyer from the Northwest Region, Mr. Mbah first assumed office in 2022 and will now continue steering the association toward strengthened institutional integrity and professional excellence.
Mr. Mbah secured victory over prominent contenders including Anne Yolande, Ngo Minyogo, Philippe Memong, and Arlette Ngoula Fotso, signaling strong confidence in his leadership and vision for the legal profession. His re-election is not only a personal triumph but also reflects growing recognition of Anglophone legal practitioners at the highest levels of the Bar Association.
Of particular note is the historic composition of the association’s leadership: three Anglophones now occupy the top positions—Bar President, and President and Vice President of the General Assembly. This development marks a significant stride for regional representation, inclusion, and cohesion within Cameroon’s legal landscape.
As the Bar gears up for a new term, legal professionals and civil society alike will be watching closely to see how this leadership team advocates for justice, promotes reforms, and defends the rights of both lawyers and citizens across the nation.
Berinyuy Cajetan is the founder and publisher of Human Rights and Legal Research Centre (HRLRC) since 2017. He has intensive experience in strategic communications for Civil Society Organizations, campaign and advocacy, and social issues. He has an intensive experiencing in human rights monitoring, documentation and reporting.
