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Mapping the Landscape of Corporate Governance Research in Cameroon: A Scoping Review

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Corporate governance is pivotal in enhancing business integrity and efficiency, influencing overall firm performance, and safeguarding stakeholders' interests. This scoping review aims to consolidate existing research on corporate governance in Cameroon, identify predominant themes, and highlight research gaps to inform future studies and policy-making. A comprehensive search strategy across databases, including Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, were employed, focusing on studies from 2010 to 2023. A two-step screening process and thematic analysis were used to ensure rigour. The research concentrates predominantly on urban centres in Cameroon. Significant gaps include integrating traditional governance models with modern practices and addressing Small and Medium Size Enterprises' challenges. The review emphasises the need for improved board diversity, audit quality, integration of conventional governance, sector-specific reforms, and longitudinal studies. Future research should focus on empirical and comparative studies to bridge these gaps, contributing to better governance practices and economic development in Cameroon.

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  • Michael Forzeh Fossung, 2024. "Mapping the Landscape of Corporate Governance Research in Cameroon: A Scoping Review," Accounting and Finance Research, Sciedu Press, vol. 13(4), pages 1-41, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:jfr:afr111:v:13:y:2024:i:4:p:41
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