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Cameroon's

Economic indicators

93

World ranked

Cameroon ranks 93 in the world by current economic output

$47.9bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

57

EMEA ranked

Cameroon is ranked 57 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Cameroon, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

5.9%

Current rate

▼ 1.3% reduction

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Cameroon's inflation rate

14 weeks

Maternity leave

Maternity: 14 weeks paid leave, 4 pre-birth, full salary via CNPS. Paternity: 3 days paid leave, salary from employer. No parental leave law in Cameroon.

180 days

Sick leave

Employees get up to 180 days of paid sick leave with a doctor's certificate and up to 10 days of special leave annually for personal or family events.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Cameroon's

Labor market

Cameroon vs world population age distribution

22.2m

Population

Cameroon has a population of about 22.2m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

43 hrs

Average working full time week

Standard working hours are max 40 per week; overtime is paid at escalating rates from 120% to 150% of the hourly wage, depending on timing and circumstances, with a cap of 20 overtime hours weekly.

3.6%

Current percentage

▼ 0% reduction

Cameroon's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Cameroon's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • petroleum production and refining
  • aluminum production
  • food processing

Ratio of males to females (by age)

77 / 67

Male

[ "In Cameroon there is a low gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating a relatively balanced workforce particpation often reflective of strong gender equality policies or cultural norms supportive of equal gender parity." ]

Cameroon's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.