Cameroon deploys smart meters to improve government power billing
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Cameroon’s Ministry of Water and Energy took delivery of 16,000 smart electricity meters on September 23, 2026, planning to install them primarily in government buildings.
The Electricity Sector Reform Programme Coordination Unit and the supplying company received the equipment in Douala. These smart meters will track electricity consumption more accurately and help authorities identify problems with billing and reduce losses in Cameroon’s electricity sector.
The Ministry expects the new meters to give a clearer view of electricity usage across government institutions and improve revenue collection. Installation began immediately, with a goal of equipping at least 10,000 government buildings with the devices by December 30, 2026. After focusing on government buildings, the program will extend to households. The first 30,000 smart meters for new household connections are expected to arrive in October and be installed by the end of December.
