Article: State wheels just a little wobbly: while on the surface little seems to be changing in Cameroon, this year's presidential elections could be the beginning of something radically new. Analysis by Neil Ford.(Cameroon)

Little seems to change in Cameroon. Oil production continues to decline and the country's reputation as a nursery of good footballing talent continues to grow, but little else seems to alter. Yet this year could mark something of a turning point in the Central African country's history.

The next legislative election is not scheduled until 2007, but this year's presidential poll could see pressure begin to be brought on the government for a more transparent political process. President Paul Biya is likely to retain power but a combination of international pressure for a democratic poll and a single, united opposition candidate could yet unseat him.

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