The Chairperson of the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Board of Directors, Professor Ivo Leke Tambo, has reassured candidates, parents, and education stakeholders that measures have been put in place to ensure the successful completion of the 2026 GCE examinations following recent disruptions.
Speaking after the 17th Extraordinary Meeting of the GCE Board of Directors in Buea on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, he said the board remained committed to protecting the credibility and integrity of one of Cameroon’s most important national examinations.
The emergency meeting was convened to examine the implications of a ministerial press release issued on June 6, 2026, by the Ministry of Secondary Education, which announced the suspension and rescheduling of the 2026 GCE examinations.
According to the board, members reviewed a report presented by the Transition Management Team following a brief virtual meeting with the Minister of Secondary Education on the same day the announcement was made.
After deliberations, the board proposed practical arrangements for collaboration with the Ministry to facilitate the smooth administration of the remaining examination papers.
In a statement issued at the end of the meeting, the Board said it had adopted a series of measures aimed at ensuring the orderly continuation of the examinations while preserving public confidence in the process.
"The measures are designed to safeguard the integrity of the Board and uphold the credibility of the entire examination process," the statement noted.
Professor Tambo and the Board further reassured candidates and their families that every effort was being made, in partnership with the Ministry of Secondary Education, to prevent further disruptions and guarantee fair conditions for all examinees.
The Board also called on candidates and stakeholders to respect the revised examination timetable to facilitate the successful completion of the remaining papers.
The developments come at a critical period for thousands of students across Cameroon who are sitting the 2026 GCE examinations, a key qualification for progression to higher education and professional training.
Despite the challenges that led to the rescheduling, the Board expressed confidence that cooperation between government authorities and examination officials would ensure a successful conclusion to the exercise.
Professor Tambo used the occasion to thank candidates, parents, teachers, and other stakeholders for their patience and understanding during what the board described as an unfortunate situation.
The Board also conveyed its appreciation to the government for its continued support, emphasizing that collaboration among all parties remains essential to maintaining confidence in the national examination system.
Wrapping up the meeting, the Board reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the 2026 GCE examinations are completed in a manner that reflects the principles of credibility, integrity, and excellence.
@Laarry Times
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