Articles & Analysis
In-depth legal analysis and commentary from the ALPs team.
Corporate Governance in Cameroon: A Practical Guide for Directors
Directors of companies operating in Cameroon face a complex set of legal obligations under both OHADA law and Cameroonian company law. This guide provides a practical overview of the key governance requirements and best practices for directors.
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Energy Regulation in Cameroon: An Overview of the Legal Framework
Cameroon's energy sector is governed by a complex regulatory framework covering oil and gas, mining, power and renewable energy. This overview sets out the key legal and regulatory requirements for companies operating in the sector.
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M&A Trends in the OHADA Zone: What Investors Need to Know
M&A activity in the OHADA zone has been growing steadily, driven by increased foreign investment, regional integration and economic diversification. This article examines the key trends and legal considerations for investors considering M&A transactions in the region.
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Taking Security in Cameroon: A Practical Guide to the OHADA Uniform Act on Security Interests
Most lending into Cameroon is secured under the OHADA Uniform Act on Security Interests, which harmonises mortgages, pledges and guarantees across all 17 member states. We explain the main instruments and what lenders should document carefully.
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Insolvency and Restructuring in the OHADA Zone: The AUPC Explained
The OHADA Uniform Act on Collective Insolvency Proceedings gives distressed companies in Cameroon and across the zone a structured path from prevention through safeguard to liquidation. We outline the framework creditors and borrowers should understand.
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Data Protection in Cameroon: What the Law Requires of Businesses
Cameroon regulates personal data through Law No. 2010/012 on cybersecurity and cybercriminality, alongside sectoral rules — but the framework differs materially from the GDPR. We set out what businesses processing personal data in Cameroon must know.
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Arbitration Under OHADA: The CCJA, the 2017 Reform and Enforcement in Cameroon
The OHADA Uniform Act on Arbitration — revised in 2017 — and the arbitration rules of the Common Court of Justice and Arbitration make the OHADA zone a workable arbitral seat for commercial disputes. We explain how the system works and how awards are enforced in Cameroon.
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