The Société Civile Camerounaise des Droits Voisins (SCDV), an organization managing neighboring rights to copyright, is set to renew its executive bureau. The elections are scheduled for October 5, 2026, and two candidates have officially announced their ambitions. Dr. Claude Edgard Akono, known as "Don Compâdre," and Aladji Touré, an arranger and former PCA of the organization, are competing for the position of president of the SCDV's administrative council.
Dr. Claude Edgard Akono's list was unveiled on September 22 at a press conference in Yaoundé. The list comprises 16 members, including Akono as president, three vice-presidents, two general secretaries, and 10 other members. The list features diverse profiles, such as filmmaker Ebénézer Kepombia, singer Sissy Dipoko, and Dr. David Ayem, an artist known as "Fozo de Prince," who is also a vice-president.
The supporters of Dr. Claude Edgard Akono believe his list has the ideal profile to lead the SCDV into the digital era, clean up and build the organization, and expand its horizons to support artists. Akono is known in the artistic community as a musician. His list includes other notable artists, such as comedienne Blanche Bilongo, who is running for the position of second general secretary, and musicians Nicole Mara, Ayissi Leduc, and Jo Papyto.
Aladji Touré has also declared his candidacy for the presidency of the SCDV. As an arranger and former PCA of the organization, Touré brings experience and expertise to the table. His campaign is also active on social media, where he and his supporters are presenting their projects and arguments.
The elections for the SCDV's executive bureau are expected to be competitive, with both candidates presenting strong lists and visions for the organization's future. The SCDV plays a crucial role in managing neighboring rights to copyright in Cameroon, and the outcome of the elections will have a significant impact on the country's artistic community.
The campaign for the SCDV elections is gaining momentum, with both candidates actively engaging with the artistic community and presenting their projects. The elections are set to take place on October 5, 2026, and the outcome will determine the future direction of the organization.
The Société Civile Camerounaise des Droits Voisins has announced that it will hold an assembly to elect its new executive bureau. The event will take place on October 5, and all members are expected to participate.
Key points
- Two candidates, Dr. Claude Edgard Akono and Aladji Touré, are vying for the presidency of the SCDV.
- The elections for the SCDV's executive bureau are set to take place on October 5, 2026.
- The SCDV manages neighboring rights to copyright in Cameroon.
