1960 Cameroonian parliamentary election explained

Parliamentary elections were held in Cameroon on 10 April 1960. They were the first elections held in accordance with the new constitution, approved in a referendum in February, which created a unicameral federal National Assembly. The result was a slim victory for the Cameroonian Union,[1] forcing it to govern in coalition. However, the elections were marred by severe irregularities.[2]

Results

Julienne Keutcha was the only woman elected, becoming the first directly-elected female member of the Cameroonian parliament.

Notes and References

  1. http://africanelections.tripod.com/cm.html Elections in Cameroon
  2. https://2009-2017.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/26431.htm Background Note: Cameroon