Cameroon is holding its breath. President Paul Biya left for Europe in June—and after more than 45 days without a public appearance, video address, recorded statement, or direct proof of life, pressure is mounting on the government to explain who is actually running the country. At 93, Biya is the world’s oldest serving head of state and has ruled Cameroon since 1982. But with the opposition demanding constitutional action, the ruling CPDM holding closed-door meetings, no new government appointed months after the election, and the newly created vice presidency still vacant, his prolonged silence is developing into a full-scale political crisis.