Cameroun : les retombées de la 9e édition de la semaine nationale de l’OHADA

The 9th edition of the National Week of OHADA in Cameroon has come to a close, marked by a scientific conference, a roundtable discussion, and the 9th edition of the Concours National des Indomptables OHADA (CNIO) competition. The event saw participation from students, academics, legal practitioners, and business stakeholders at the University of Douala in June 2026. The CNIO competition was won by the University of Douala, with five institutions participating. Distinctions were awarded to the University of Yaoundé II for the Best Memoir Prize and the University of Garoua for the Prix spécial 'Système comptable des entités à but non lucratif' (Sycebnl). Additionally, a candidate from the University of Garoua was recognized as Plaideur d'argent, while another from the University of Douala received the distinction of Plaideur en Bronze. The event's success has been attributed to the collaboration between various stakeholders and institutions.

The National Week of OHADA in Cameroon is an annual event that brings together students, academics, legal practitioners, and business stakeholders to discuss and promote the harmonization of African business law. This year's 9th edition was held at the University of Douala in June 2026, featuring a scientific conference, roundtable discussion, and the CNIO competition. The event's success has been attributed to the collaboration between various stakeholders and institutions.

The Organization for the Harmonization of African Business Law (OHADA) was established in 1995 with the aim of promoting economic integration and harmonizing business law across Africa. Cameroon is one of the member states that have adopted OHADA's uniform laws, which cover areas such as commercial companies, securities, and arbitration. The National Week of OHADA is an annual event that provides a platform for stakeholders to discuss and promote the implementation of OHADA's uniform laws.

The success of this year's National Week of OHADA in Cameroon highlights the importance of collaboration between various stakeholders and institutions in promoting the harmonization of African business law. The CNIO competition, which was won by the University of Douala, demonstrates the potential for students to engage with OHADA's uniform laws and develop their skills in areas such as commercial companies and securities. The distinctions awarded to the University of Yaoundé II and the University of Garoua also highlight the importance of recognizing excellence in academic work related to OHADA's uniform laws.

The National Week of OHADA in Cameroon has once again demonstrated its value as a platform for promoting the harmonization of African business law. As Cameroon continues to implement OHADA's uniform laws, it is essential that stakeholders and institutions collaborate to ensure their effective implementation. The success of this year's event provides a positive example for other member states to follow.