The double fire outbreak in Bamenda has caused significant damage to shops, homes, and offices. Here are more details: First Fire: The first fire occurred at the end of Tar Longla, where flames engulfed a home. Neighbors and passersby quickly rallied to contain the fire, preventing extensive damage. The cause of the fire remains unclear….
Moussa Njoya, a renowned political commentator, has urged Imams in Cameroon to take a clear stand on the upcoming 2025 presidential election, following the lead of Roman Catholic Bishops who have openly criticized President Paul Biya’s candidacy. Njoya believes that Imams should not hide behind religious teachings to justify their inaction and should instead voice…
French President Emmanuel Macron recently accused African leaders of being ungrateful for France’s intervention against Islamist militants in the Sahel region. Macron claimed these countries would still be sovereign nations without French military support. This has sparked backlash from leaders in Chad and Senegal, who have accused Macron of arrogance and a contemptuous attitude towards…
Cameroonians Express Outrage Over New Mobile Money Transaction Fees 2022 Tax: In January 2022, the Cameroonian government introduced a 0.2% tax on all mobile money transfers and withdrawals. This tax was part of the 2022 Finance Bill and applied to transactions carried out through traceable platforms, including mobile telephony and the Internet. 2025 Additional Fee:…
President Biya Ensures Exceptional Hospitality for Bishops Amid Speculations of Political Influence at 48th Annual Seminar in Buea President Paul Biya has indeed issued specific instructions to Governor Bernard Okalia Bilai to ensure that the Bishops of Cameroon receive exceptional hospitality during their 48th Annual Seminar in Buea, which starts today. This seminar, scheduled to…
MNJTF and CJTF Foil Terrorist Plot Near Gubio, Arrest Courier with IED Materials The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), successfully thwarted a planned terrorist attack near Gubio in Borno State, Nigeria. The operation occurred on January 2, 2025, and led to the interception of a suspected…
Two men drowned at the Bamendjing Dam in Bangolan, a well-known fishing village in the Northwest Region. According to sources, Fonyuy Albert, approximately 30 years old, and Ngala Clifford, 35, were in a boat with two other men from Bangolan when their dug-out canoe capsized, leading to their drowning. The two other men, who are…
The Cameroonian government has decided to withdraw the financial management of national teams from Fecafoot, the country’s football federation. This decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny and controversy surrounding Fecafoot’s financial practices. The government has announced a comprehensive audit of Fecafoot by the State Inspectorate General in 2025 to ensure transparency and accountability in the management…
The Catholic Church in Cameroon is turning up the heat on President Paul Biya as the nation braces for its 2025 presidential elections. Leading voices in the Church are questioning Biya’s continued hold on power, with some bishops offering stinging critiques of the nation’s dire situation. This move has sparked significant controversy, as the Church…
Justice Richard Wanki, a prominent figure in Cameroon’s legal community, passed away in Yaoundé due to cancer. He was the head of the Common Law Division of the Supreme Court and one of the few Anglophone justices to serve on the predominantly Francophone Supreme Court. Earlier this year, it was reported that he was battling…
