Cameroon and South Africa Finalize Landmark Air Transport Agreement
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CAMEROON AND SOUTH AFRICA STRENGTHEN BILATERAL TIES WITH AIR TRANSPORT AGREEMENT
Yaoundé, Cameroon – In a significant move to boost economic cooperation and trade between Cameroon and South Africa, President Paul Biya has ratified a bilateral air transport agreement between the two countries.
The agreement, originally signed in Cape Town on July 14, 2011, grants both countries the right to overfly each other’s territory without mandatory landing, make non-commercial stops, and land for the loading and unloading of passengers, baggage, freight, and mail.
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According to the agreement, equipment, supplies, and provisions necessary for air services will be exempt from customs duties, further facilitating trade and economic activities between the two nations.
This development is expected to enhance business opportunities, promote trade, and support other commercial activities between Cameroon and South Africa. In 2023, South Africa was Cameroon’s second-largest trading partner in Africa, with bilateral trade valued at CFA47.9 billion.
The agreement also emphasizes adherence to civil aviation safety and security standards, as well as the regulation of customs duties and air tariffs. Each party commits to fairly designating airlines operating under the agreement, fostering a competitive and equitable environment.
Transport Minister Jean Ernest Masséna Ngalle Bibehe said the ratification of this agreement will strengthen cooperation between the two countries and increase business opportunities.
This move is seen as a major opportunity for business development and bilateral trade between Cameroon and South Africa, and is expected to further boost the growing trade dynamic between the two nations.
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