Cameroon Laws and Policies on Digital Technology
- Law No. 2010/012 of 21st December 2010: regulates electronic communications and transactions.
- Decree No. 2012/277 of 26th June 2012: establishes the National Agency for Information and Communication Technologies (ANTIC).
- Cybersecurity Policy for Cameroon (2016): outlines measures to protect Cameroon’s digital environment.
Key Elements of Law No. 2010/012
- Defines electronic communications and transactions.
- Regulates the use of electronic signatures and documents.
- Establishes rules for data protection and privacy.
- Outlines procedures for investigating cybercrimes.
- Provides penalties for ICT-related offences.
Penalties for ICT Malpractice in Cameroon
- Unauthorized access to computer systems: imprisonment for 5-10 years and a fine of CFA 5-10 million.
- Data breach or theft: imprisonment for 3-5 years and a fine of up to CFA 35 million.
- Cyberbullying or harassment: imprisonment for 1-3 years and a fine of CFA 1-3 million.
- Online fraud or scamming: imprisonment for 5-10 years and a fine of CFA 5-10 million.
- Child pornography or exploitation: imprisonment for 10-20 years and a fine of CFA 10-20 million.
