Law on the Promotion of Official Languages in Cameroon (Law No. 2019/019)

This law sets out how English and French, Cameroon’s two official languages, must be used and promoted in public life.

About this document

• Text: Law No. 2019/019 of 24 December 2019 on the promotion of official languages in Cameroon
• Language: English

What it covers

The use of English and French in public services, the courts, education, the media and public signs.

Source: Presidency of the Republic of Cameroon

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