Institutional structural reform of the Cameroon electricity sector

Cameroon’s electricity sector is undergoing significant changes. Before 1974, electricity was supplied by many different companies until they were nationalized and merged into a single, vertically integrated company, with responsibility for production, transmission, distribution and electricity retail sales. This monopolistic organization has, however, certain limitations and the national company was privatized in 2001. This article presents an assessment of the hydro sector, previous and current legislation, and opportunities for private investors.

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