Group 1 - The IMF conducted its eighth and final review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) in Cameroon, assessing the country's recent economic performance and outlook [1] - The review highlighted concerns regarding Cameroon’s progress on structural and quantitative targets, with the IMF questioning the achievement of these goals [2] - The IMF is particularly worried about the projected rebound in the fiscal deficit for 2024, attributing it to "spending pressures" in budget execution [2] Group 2 - The Cameroonian government acknowledged that declining oil revenues have impacted fiscal income, but internal sources pointed to consistently rising expenditures as the main issue [3] - The accumulation of accounts payable (RAP) remains a significant concern, with the total amount reaching 679.8 billion CFA francs (approximately $1.133 billion) by December 2024, worsening from 646 billion CFA francs (approximately $1.077 billion) in October [3] - The IMF's acceptance of the Cameroonian government's explanations regarding delays in state-owned enterprise reforms and private sector development is critical for future funding and negotiations [3]