(Business in Cameroon) - Between 2018 and 2025, Cameroon undertook an ambitious transformation of its industrial base, placing economic diversification at the core of its development strategy. In 2024, manufacturing value added reached 13.9% of GDP, a steady rise but still below the 25% target set by the National Development Strategy 2030 (SND30). Industry, particularly manufacturing and construction, contributed significantly to the 3.5% GDP growth recorded in 2024. In 2024, manufacturing value added reached 13.9% of GDP, a steady rise but still below the 25% target set by the National Development Strategy 2030 (SND30). Nachtigal hydro plant, with 420 MW capacity, began supplying power in June 2024 and reached full output in March 2025.