Cameroon: Higher Education Ministry Readjusts Capacity Study Regulations

Cameroon's Ministry of State, Minister of Higher Education, Jacques Fame Ndongo, has issued a new decree that revises the regulations for "capacity studies." This update modifies the framework originally set in 2017 and expands the available fields of study to four distinct areas.

The decree, dated July 3, 2026, specifies the four domains: Law and Political Science, Economics and Management, Sciences and Techniques, and Arts, Letters, and Human Sciences. This expansion aims to provide a broader range of academic options for candidates seeking admission to these programs.

Previously, the regulations established in 2017 governed these studies. The new ministerial order not only updates the recognized fields but also stipulates that the opening of any new program in a public institution requires prior validation through a ministerial decree. This ensures a standardized and approved curriculum across institutions.

Furthermore, the decree outlines conditions under which higher education institutions, including private ones, can offer these state university programs. A specific oversight agreement, or "convention de tutelle," will govern these arrangements, ensuring quality and adherence to national educational standards.