Cameroon
AI Agent Legal Status: undefined · Autonomy: none
Legal Framework
Cameroon operates under the OHADA framework for commercial law. No AI-specific legislation exists. General cybersecurity and electronic communications laws provide limited digital governance.
Key Laws & Regulations
- ◆OHADA Uniform Acts
- ◆Law No. 2010/012 on Cybersecurity and Cybercriminality
- ◆Electronic Communications Law 2010
Business Formation
SARL and SA under OHADA framework. Business registration through the Centre de Formalités de Création d'Entreprises (CFCE).
Tax Implications
Corporate tax rate of 33% (including surcharges). VAT at 19.25%.
Opportunities
Bilingual advantage and central geographic position could serve as a bridge between Francophone and Anglophone African markets.
Highlights
Bilingual (French-English) country with a growing tech community in Douala and Yaoundé.
Risks & Challenges
Political instability in Anglophone regions, high tax rates, and limited digital infrastructure hinder tech business development.