Are Cameroon's business and finance sectors being affected by social media trends and fake news like the recent rumors about President Paul Biya's overthrow?

Updated June 14, 2025 • 1-min read

Posted by Anonymous

Jun 13, 2025

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Posted by Anonymous - Jun 13, 2025

I've been watching how rumors and fake news are messing with people's trust in Cameroon's business space. That viral story about President Paul Biya being overthrown? I totally saw it blowing up on social media, and yeah, it got people worried. My uncle, who runs an import business in Douala, said everyone was in panic mode for a whole day. People delayed deals, banks got tons of calls about money safety, and even some suppliers held off shipments, just in case things got wild.

I think businesses in Cameroon are starting to realize how much fake news can shake things up. It's not just politics—it's real money on the line. If investors or partners believe some wild story, even for a few hours, it can mess with the markets and put people's jobs on the edge. I've noticed companies are now watching trends super closely and double checking their info before making moves. It feels like fighting rumors is as important as managing money now.

So, reality check: social media drama can have a major impact on business in Cameroon, and if people aren't careful, it could actually cost everyone way more than just some likes or views.

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