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Official guide, 1st edition 2026

Application and evaluation guide

The official CPMA reference brings together everything needed to submit a complete, compliant application. Available in French and English, for all 7 award categories.

CPMA 2026 application and evaluation guide

French and English versions, forms included, 7 categories, detailed criteria

Eligibility conditions

Who can apply?

Eligibility conditions vary by category. Check that you meet the criteria before submitting your application.

Individual categories (Cat. 1 to 3)

  • Relevant project management experience, verifiable through a CV
  • Professional activity carried out in Cameroon
  • Reference project completed within the last 5 years
  • A signed letter of support is mandatory for self-nominations
  • Answers in French or English, 300 words maximum per criterion

Organization and project categories (Cat. 4 to 7)

  • Project carried out in Cameroon and completed within the last 5 years
  • Written approval from the project owner mandatory for categories 5, 6 and 7
  • Executive sponsor attestation required for category 6
  • Both public and private partner approvals required for category 7
  • Ten pages maximum of supporting attachments

Key rule. Only one application is allowed per project and per category. Choose carefully the category that best matches your profile or your project before submitting your application.

Official calendar

Important dates

Plan the preparation of your application around this official calendar for CPMA's 1st edition.

Step 1
20
July 2026
Applications open
The portal and official forms go live on cpma-cm.org
Step 2
31
August 2026
Application deadline
Complete file to be submitted by midnight via the portal or by email
Step 3
30
October 2026
Finalists announced
Publication of the finalists' list on the website and CPMA social channels
Step 4
18
November 2026
Award ceremony
Palais des Congrès in Yaoundé, gala and trophy presentation
Frequently asked questions

FAQ, application guide

No. Only one application is allowed per project and per category. Choose the category that best matches the nature of your project or your profile.

Ready to submit your application?

Download the form for your category and submit your file before August 31, 2026.