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This article examines the challenges of representation of Cameroonian women in politics. The article examine the enhancement of the political representation of women and the challenges that affect the effective representation of women in politics by applying public policy, historical and gender theories. Primary and secondary data have been used in this study. Findings of this study reveal substantial government efforts in enhancing the representation of Cameroonian women in politics by instituting sound legal and administrative frameworks even though the political representation of women in major political institutions such as; in parliament, regional and local councils and in top positions in political parties remains a major challenge. Findings of this study also indicate major representation challenges of Cameroonian woman in politics due to; cultural, social, and economic setback among others. The study concludes by proposing possible measures to be undertaken by key political stakeholders including; the government, political parties, the civil society, women and the family as the way forward to improve on the representation of Cameroonian women in politics. Key words: Cameroon, women, politics, representation, Challenges