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Serving citizens since 1987. Sustainable infrastructure, digital services, local governance.

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2026 Investments

3.5 billion FCFA to transform your neighborhood

Roads, schools, health, sanitation: discover your municipality's action plan for this year.

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Mayor's Message

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« Ma mission première : garantir à chaque habitant de Yaounde 1er un service public de qualité, dans le respect et la dignité. »

~ M. Abouna Jean Marie

Maire de Yaoundé 1er

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Civil Registry open

Counter open until 3:30 PM. Average delivery time: 48h.

ACTIVE

Waste collection underway

HYSACAM trucks in central neighbourhoods.

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Civil Registry

The Civil Registry issues birth, marriage and death certificates and other official documents related to major life events. Counter open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM.

Urban Planning & Construction

Processing of building permits, planning certificates and subdivision authorisations. Advice to individuals and developers for construction compliant with the district's urban plan.

Public Lighting

Maintenance, extension and modernisation of the public lighting network. 3,200 light points across the district, including 1,800 solar LEDs. Reports accepted 7 days a week.

Online services

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From June 2026, handle your routine requests from home, 24/7.

Civil Registry Services

Obtain your birth, marriage, death certificates and all civil registry documents with ease. Our team guides you through your daily administrative procedures.

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Everything you need to know when interacting with city hall.

Rendez-vous au Service de l'État Civil de la Mairie de Yaoundé 1er. Le délai de délivrance est de 48 à 72 heures. À partir de juin 2026, ce service sera disponible en ligne.

La mairie est ouverte du lundi au vendredi, de 7h30 à 15h30, sans interruption.

Appelez le numéro vert 80 00 12 34 (gratuit, disponible 24h/24) ou envoyez un email à technique@mairie-yde1.cm.

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The women and men serving your community

Depuis la construction du nouveau dalot, mon quartier ne ressemble plus au passé. Avant, dès qu’il pleuvait, nous étions coupés du reste de la ville. Aujourd'hui, les clients arrivent facilement et les marchandises ne s'abîment plus. Merci à la Mairie pour ce désenclavement réel.

~ M. Arsene Youndoum , Entrepreneur

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The latest news from your community

24 April 2026
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EMPOWERING THE GIRL CHILD: A SPORTING AND CIVIC MARCH IN YAOUNDÉ 1st

On March 6, 2026, over 2,500 people marched through the streets of Yaoundé 1st during a sporting event dedicated to the empowerment of the girl child. Initiated by Mayor Jean Marie ABOUNA and attended by the Divisional Officer, this inclusive mobilization brought together young girls, local leaders, and people with disabilities around a shared ideal: making young women the pillar of a strong and prosperous community.

24 April 2026
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SUSTAINABLE WASTE MANAGEMENT: YAOUNDÉ 1st TRAINS ITS COMMUNITY LEADERS

On Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Yaoundé 1st Town Hall hosted a pivotal seminar on sustainable waste management. Under the leadership of Mayor Jean Marie ABOUNA, this training brought together municipal councillors and neighborhood heads to turn the challenge of household waste into opportunities for local development and public health.

24 April 2026
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FIGHT AGAINST INSALUBRITY: YAOUNDÉ 1st COUNCIL IN ACTION AT MBALLA 2

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, under the instructions of Mayor Jean Marie ABOUNA, municipal technical services launched a major sanitation operation in the Mballa 2 neighborhood. The agenda included clearing illegal dumpsites and desilting the Tongolo River to prevent flooding and protect public health.

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Together, let's build a modern and united Yaoundé 1st

3.5 billion FCFA to transform your neighborhood

Your voice matters in every decision

Your city hall's activity today

« Ma mission première : garantir à chaque habitant de Yaounde 1er un service public de qualité, dans le respect et la dignité. »

Civil Registry open

Waste collection underway

Simplify your administrative paperwork

Civil Registry Services

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

All events

Answers to your questions

Meet the Council Members

Depuis la construction du nouveau dalot, mon quartier ne ressemble plus au passé. Avant, dès qu’il pleuvait, nous étions coupés du reste de la ville. Aujourd'hui, les clients arrivent facilement et les marchandises ne s'abîment plus. Merci à la Mairie pour ce désenclavement réel.

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Together, let's build tomorrow's Yaoundé 1st

Together, let's build a modern and united Yaoundé 1st

3.5 billion FCFA to transform your neighborhood

Your voice matters in every decision

Your city hall's activity today

« Ma mission première : garantir à chaque habitant de Yaounde 1er un service public de qualité, dans le respect et la dignité. »

Civil Registry open

Waste collection underway

Simplify your administrative paperwork

Civil Registry Services

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

All events

Answers to your questions

Meet the Council Members

Depuis la construction du nouveau dalot, mon quartier ne ressemble plus au passé. Avant, dès qu’il pleuvait, nous étions coupés du reste de la ville. Aujourd'hui, les clients arrivent facilement et les marchandises ne s'abîment plus. Merci à la Mairie pour ce désenclavement réel.

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Together, let's build tomorrow's Yaoundé 1st