Housing Crisis Deepens in Buea as Rent Pressures Mount

BUEA, Cameroon — The cost of housing in Buea is becoming a growing concern for residents as rents continue to rise across the town. Once known for its relatively affordable accommodation, Buea is now facing a housing crunch that’s hitting students, workers, and displaced families the hardest.

According to local reports, the demand for housing has surged in recent years, driven by the town’s expanding population, university growth, and influx of internally displaced persons. Meanwhile, the supply of new and affordable homes has not kept pace.

Construction costs have also soared, with developers citing the high prices of materials and transportation as key factors behind the rising rents. In the absence of strict rent control or regulatory oversight, landlords freely adjust prices, often beyond the reach of average earners.

Students and low-income residents say they are the most affected, struggling to secure safe and decent housing near schools and workplaces. Many have been forced to move to distant neighborhoods or settle for overcrowded and poorly maintained apartments.

Experts and housing advocates are calling for government intervention — including incentives for affordable housing projects, enforcement of rental standards, and the creation of student-friendly hostels.

The housing situation in Buea reflects a wider national challenge, but residents fear that without quick action, the town’s rising rent problem could push many out of decent living conditions.

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