23. Is there a ban on political parties engaging in commercial activities?

Article 12 , Law no 90-56 of 19 December 1990 relating to political parties.

SECTION 12: Any political party that is authorized exist may :

· purchase or freely receive and dispose of the movable and immovable property necessery for its activities ;

· freely fix the rate of contributions by its members and collect them ;

· open bank accounts in Cameroon exclusively.

· launch and manage newspaper and training institutions in accordance with the laws in force ;

· Institute legal proceedings ;

· hold meetings and organize rallies under conditions provided for by the law ;

· collect proceeds from its cultural and economic activities.