CAMTEL
CAMTEL, short for Cameroon Telecommunications, is the leading telecommunications operator in Cameroon. Established in 1998, it is responsible for setting up and managing the infrastructure needed for electronic communication services under licenses granted by authorities. This includes various commercial, industrial, and financial activities related to telecommunications services and their growth. In 2020, CAMTEL received concessions to operate in fixed, mobile, and transport networks. They offer a wide range of services such as mobile (2G/3G/4G), POTS, ADSL, FTTx, WTTx, leased lines, data centre, and wholesale services. CAMTEL also holds a monopoly over the national fibre optic network, which it leases to other operators, contributing to its substantial turnover of nearly 200 billion XAF in 2022.
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Judith Yah Sunday épouse Achidi
General Manager (CEO)
CAMTELJudith Yah Sunday épouse Achidi stepped into the role of General Manager at Cameroon Telecommunications on December 14, 2018, marking a significant milestone in her already illustrious career within the telecommunications sector.
Her journey began in 1994 at INTELCAM, a pivotal time when international communications were rapidly evolving. Since the inception of CAMTEL in 1998, Judith has navigated through various leadership roles, starting from a senior Auditor overseeing the Audit Department. Her influence expanded regionally as she assumed positions such as Regional Director in key areas like Littoral, Centre, North West, and South West Regions.
But her impact wasn’t confined to national boundaries. Between 2013 and 2017, Judith served as the Secretary General of the governance board of the African Federation of Internal Audit Institutes (AFIA) in Tanzania. Her responsibilities ranged from Vice-President to interim President, showcasing her adeptness in steering international organizations.
December 14, 2018, marked a historic moment as Judith was appointed as the General Manager of CAMTEL, making her the first Cameroonian woman to hold such a prestigious position in a top-tier public company in Cameroon. Her journey is a testament to perseverance, expertise, and breaking barriers in the telecommunications industry.
