
An open Internet will offer economic and social opportunity to all Cameroonians. However, the Internet’s full potential will only be realized if it has a solid foundation in trust. A recent survey in the US found that 45% of users had changed their online behaviour because of their fears. In Cameroon, most social networkers use fake account names. Articles from around the world voice similar concerns. Internet users in Cameroon are anxious about how their data is being used by governments and business. They feel a lack of control, and worry about profiling and discrimination. They also fear that they will become victims of data breaches, identity theft, and other forms cybercrime. For some, this scenario has already become a reality. Internet users are also very troubled about the impact pervasive surveillance has on their privacy and other rights. The government is now assessing the effects of the Internet on society. Some are concerned that the Internet is enablin...