Cameroon’s Ministry of Public Works (Mintp) says its new headquarters in Yaoundé’s administrative district is fully operational and occupied by all departments. But contractors have yet to be fully paid.

The ministry acknowledges outstanding works and claims, with unpaid bills exceeding CFA8.5 billion, even though the completion rate is officially reported at 100%, reflecting works finalized as of November 30, 2025.

Beyond the execution level, Mintp services admit that the share of certified invoices actually paid remains lower. The payment rate currently stands at 79.85%. In light of the gap, officials have recommended that the minister consider mobilizing additional resources to settle pending invoices beyond the current budget year.

The building was officially inaugurated on September 30, 2025. However, staff had already begun occupying the premises weeks earlier, while final completion of works was recorded on November 30, 2025, according to the ministry.

Launched in 2014, the project took about 11 years to deliver. The complex includes 305 offices spread across four buildings, covering a total area of 1,856 square meters. Initially estimated at CFA17 billion, the project’s final cost is expected to reach CFA23.6 billion.

Ludovic Amara