Cameroon
Bamendjing Dam Claims Lives of Two CBC Medical Staff in Bangolan
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…
Cameroon Government Withdraws Financial Management of National Teams from Fecafoot
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…
Cameroon Bishops Criticize Leadership, Ignite Political Firestorm
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, Passes Away in Yaoundé
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…
Human Rights Lawyer Alice Nkom Summoned Over Alleged State Security Threat
Alice Nkom, a prominent human rights lawyer and chairperson of the Central Africa Human Rights Defenders Network (REDHAC), has been summoned in a case involving allegations of attempting to undermine state security. The complaint was filed by the Observatoire du Développement Sociétal (ODS), a relatively obscure NGO, which accuses Nkom of financing terrorism and illicitly…
Gustave Léopold Ngane Appointed as New Secretary General of Cameroon’s Senate
Gustave Léopold Ngane’s appointment as Secretary General of the Senate in Cameroon is a significant development. He was appointed by the Bureau of the Upper House of Parliament, led by Marcel Njifendi Niat. Ngane, a 62-year-old native of Campo in the South Region, previously served as a technical advisor in the office of the Senate…
President Paul Biya Addresses Nation: Key Points from December 31st Speech
In his annual address to the nation on December 31st, 2024, President Paul Biya highlighted key issues including security, economic growth, social development, national unity, and the upcoming elections. His speech emphasized the government’s commitment to maintaining stability, improving living conditions, and fostering national solidarity. Security and Stability: He emphasized the importance of maintaining security…
Anglophone Crisis: Cameroon Military Kills Two Separatist Fighters
In recent military operations in Cameroon’s conflict-hit North West and South West Regions, two separatist fighters were killed. One of the fighters, Hassan Njatow, who styled himself as “Mission Commander,” was killed in an ambush in Rom village, Nwa Subdivision, North West Region. Villagers reportedly tipped off security forces about his movements due to his…
Cameroon Eliminated from CHAN 2024 by Central African Republic
In a surprising turn of events, Cameroon has been eliminated from the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) by the Central African Republic. The decisive match took place in Bafoussam, where the Central African Republic secured a stunning 2-1 victory over Cameroon. Despite holding a 1-0 advantage from the first leg, the Indomitable Lions A’ were…
Reverend Father Ludovic Lado Declares Candidacy for 2026 Parliamentary Elections
In a bold and unexpected move, Reverend Father Ludovic Lado, a Jesuit Priest of the Roman Catholic Church and a fervent critic of the Cameroon Government has declared his intention to run for Parliament in the 2026 local elections. The 54-year-old priest made the announcement in a social media post on December 27, 2024, sparking…