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Cameroon’s Inflation Declines for the First Time in 12 Months

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  • Consumer prices fell by 0.2% in January after 12 consecutive months of increases
  • Annual inflation, however, accelerated to 5.3%, driven by rising food and transport costs

Consumer prices in Cameroon eased by 0.2% in January, marking the country’s first monthly decline in a year, according to data released on Wednesday by the national statistics agency. The slowdown follows a 0.6% increase in December and was largely driven by a 0.5% drop in the prices of fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, and seafood. Transport costs also declined by 0.3%, while slight decreases were recorded in clothing, footwear, leisure, and culture categories.

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