FINANCIAL MARKETS : Who were the top contributors to Cameroon’s state budget in the 2025 fiscal year ?
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(LVDE) — As part of the launch of the State’s 2026 financing plan, the Ministry of Finance honored the most dynamic players in the public securities market. International banks, local institutions, institutional investors, and specialized economic media outlets were recognized for their role in mobilizing budgetary resources.
During the annual ceremony dedicated to Treasury partners, the figures spoke for themselves. Alongside the presentation of the 2026 financing strategy, Cameroon’s Ministry of Finance unveiled the ranking of institutions that made the greatest contribution to public funding mobilization in 2025. The recognition has become a key event for participants in the money and bond markets.
In the “Best Investment Bank” category, the award went to African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). According to data presented by the Treasury Department, the institution committed more than CFA 600 billion in support of Cameroon last year. It notably raised €300 million on the international money market, guaranteed CFA 238 billion in financing from local banks, and granted an additional €500 million loan to fund strategic development projects.
On the domestic market, Ecobank Cameroon stood out as “Best Primary Dealer.” The bank subscribed CFA 77.5 billion in Treasury Bonds (OTA) and nearly CFA 262 billion in Treasury Bills (BTA), while recording significant volumes of purchases and sales on the secondary market. It outperformed Société Générale Cameroun and SCB Cameroun, both also recognized for their strong performance.
The “Best Non-Resident Primary Dealer” award was granted to Union Gabonaise de Banque, a subsidiary of Attijariwafa Bank Group, which strengthened the participation of regional investors in Cameroonian public securities. In terms of progression, Crédit du Congo recorded a notable improvement in its ranking, reflecting increased involvement in auctions.
Non-specialized institutions were also acknowledged. Citibank Cameroon and Access Bank Cameroon received awards for their significant contribution to market operations. Among institutional investors, the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations du Cameroun topped the ranking with nearly CFA 60 billion mobilized, surpassing the National Social Insurance Fund (CNPS).
Beyond financial performance, the ceremony also paid tribute to the economic press for its role in disseminating financial information and promoting public savings. This dynamic comes as Cameroon increases its reliance on the regional public securities market to finance a 2026 budget marked by growing needs related to infrastructure and social commitments.
According to ministry data, fundraising on the money and bond markets represents a key component of budget financing, in a context of controlled external debt. Diversifying the investor base and boosting activity on the secondary market have become priorities to strengthen the country’s sovereign signature within the CEMAC region.
Tressy Chouente
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