Who leads Cameroon in 2025?
Whether you’re a journalist, student, civil servant, or just a curious citizen, here’s the full official list of Cameroon’s ministers, their ministries, and what they actually do.
From Finance to Education, Defense to Communication, each ministry plays a key role in the country’s growth and governance.
This list is based on the latest structure as of 2025.
Prime Minister: Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute (since 2019)
Number of Ministries: 32
Total Ministers & Delegates: Over 45
Female Ministers: At least 11
Below is the complete list of ministries and their current heads.
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| Ministry | Minister | What They Do |
|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Defense (MINDEF) | Joseph Beti Assomo | Manages armed forces and national security. |
| Ministry of Territorial Administration (MINAT) | Paul Atanga Nji | Oversees local administration, elections, and security. |
| Ministry of Finance (MINFI) | Louis-Paul Motaze | Handles national budget, taxation, and public spending. |
| Ministry of External Relations (MINREX) | Lejeune Mbella Mbella | Coordinates Cameroon’s foreign policy and diplomacy. |
| Ministry of Justice (MINJUSTICE) | Laurent Esso | Supervises courts, legal systems, and human rights. |
| Ministry of Economy, Planning and Regional Development (MINEPAT) | Alamine Ousmane Mey | Leads economic policy and regional development projects. |
| Ministry of Public Works (MINTP) | Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi | Builds and maintains roads and infrastructure. |
| Ministry of Public Health (MINSANTE) | Manaouda Malachie | Manages hospitals, disease control, and health programs. |
| Ministry of Transport (MINT) | Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bibehe | Regulates road, air, sea, and rail transportation. |
| Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MINADER) | Gabriel Mbairobe | Supports farming, food production, and rural development. |
| Ministry of Livestock, Fisheries and Animal Industries (MINEPIA) | Dr. Taïga | Develops livestock, fisheries, and animal health programs. |
| Ministry of Communication (MINCOM) | René Emmanuel Sadi | Regulates media and manages government communication. |
| Ministry of Labor and Social Security (MINTSS) | Grégoire Owona | Protects workers’ rights and manages social welfare. |
| Ministry of Basic Education (MINEDUB) | Laurent Serge Etoundi Ngoa | Oversees nursery and primary education nationwide. |
| Ministry of Secondary Education (MINESEC) | Pauline Nalova Lyonga | Handles middle and high school education policy. |
| Ministry of Higher Education (MINESUP) | Jacques Fame Ndongo | Manages universities and promotes scientific research. |
| Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education (MINJEC) | Mounouna Foutsou | Empowers youth and promotes civic responsibility. |
| Ministry of Water and Energy Resources (MINEE) | Gaston Eloundou Essomba | Ensures access to clean water and electricity. |
| Ministry of Environment, Nature Protection and Sustainable Development (MINEPDED) | Hélé Pierre | Protects forests, water, wildlife, and fights pollution. |
| Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF) | Marie-Thérèse Abena Ondoa | Supports gender equality and family welfare programs. |
| Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovation (MINRESI) | Prof. Madeleine Tchuenté | Promotes research and innovation in all sectors. |
| Ministry of Mines, Industry and Technological Development (MINMIDT) | Gabriel Dodo Ndoke | Manages mining, industrial growth, and tech innovation. |
| Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (MINPOSTEL) | Minette Libom Li Likeng | Oversees telecom, internet, and digital economy expansion. |
| Ministry of Arts and Culture (MINAC) | Pierre Ismaël Bidoung Mkpatt | Preserves Cameroonian culture and supports creative industries. |
| Ministry of Sports and Physical Education (MINSEP) | Narcisse Mouelle Kombi | Promotes sports development and national competitions. |
| Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (MINHDU) | Célestine Ketcha Courtes | Plans urban growth and builds affordable housing. |
| Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training (MINEFOP) | Issa Tchiroma Bakary | Provides job training and connects youth to work. |
| Ministry of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, Social Economy and Handicrafts (MINPMEESA) | Achille Bassilekin III | Supports small businesses and local craftsmanship. |
| Ministry of Decentralization and Local Development (MINDDEVEL) | Georges Elanga Obam | Strengthens local councils and community-led development. |
| Ministry of Public Service and Administrative Reform (MINFOPRA) | Joseph Le | Recruits and manages civil servants and reforms governance. |
| Ministry of Tourism and Leisure (MINTOUL) | Bello Bouba Maigari | Promotes tourism, parks, festivals, and cultural heritage. |
| Ministry of Relations with the Assemblies (MINRA) | Bolvine Wakata | Coordinates work between government and parliament. |
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