Cameroon
The Case of Abdul Karim: A Legal and Political Quandary in Cameroon
The Case of Abdul Karim: A Legal and Political Quandary in Cameroon The situation surrounding Abdul Karim Ali, an Anglophone activist and Muslim scholar, has garnered significant attention and raised questions about the legitimacy of the judicial process in Cameroon. Abdul Karim has been in pre-trial detention since 2022 and has refused to stand trial,…
BEAC’s Bond Issuance Targets CFA 150 Billion Withdrawal from Banking System
BEAC’s Bond Issuance Targets CFA 150 Billion Withdrawal from Banking System The Central Bank of Central African States (BEAC) has embarked on a significant monetary policy operation, initiating a new bond issuance to withdraw CFA150 billion from the banking system. This move is part of a broader strategy to tighten monetary conditions within the CEMAC…
Cameroonian Football Crisis Resolved with Presidential Intervention
Cameroonian Football Crisis Resolved with Presidential Intervention Months of tension in Cameroonian football culminated in a resolution orchestrated by President Paul Biya. The dispute between the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) led by Samuel Eto’o and the Ministry of Sports (MINSEP) under Narcisse Mouelle Kombi, centred on the management of the national team, the Indomitable Lions….
Martinez Zogo’s Final Rites in Limbo Following Court’s Refusal to Grant Burial Rights
Martinez Zogo’s Final Rites in Limbo Following Court’s Refusal to Grant Burial Rights The case of Martinez Zogo, a journalist whose life was tragically cut short, has gripped the nation and highlighted the ongoing struggle for press freedom and justice in Cameroon. Zogo’s untimely death in January 2023 sent shockwaves through the community, igniting a…
The Implications of Cameroon’s Truck Import Surge in 2023
The Implications of Cameroon’s Truck Import Surge in 2023 In 2023, Cameroon experienced a significant surge in truck imports, with a reported increase of 43% compared to the previous year. This remarkable growth can be attributed to the customs tariff exemptions that were put into place, particularly concerning imports from the European Union (EU). The…
Education Authority Dismisses Baccalaureate and GCE Exam Leak Speculations
Education Authority Dismisses Baccalaureate and GCE Exam Leak Speculations In the wake of circulating rumours about potential leaks of Baccalaureate and GCE examination papers in Cameroon, Prof. Pauline Nalova Lyonga, Minister of Secondary Education, has stepped forward to categorically deny such claims. The rumours, which spread across social media platforms, suggested that examination papers had…
A Plea for Peace: Kumba Bishop Seeks Prayers in Wake of Priest’s Kidnapping
A Plea for Peace: Kumba Bishop Seeks Prayers in Wake of Priest’s Kidnapping Father Elvis Mai, parish priest of St Martin De Porres in Bekora, was kidnapped on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 while he was on his way to the mission station of Bafaka, a remote area of the Ekondo-Titi district in the department of…
A group of French-speaking youths posed as Southwesterners to express gratitude to President Paul Biya for the establishment of a higher teachers training college (ENS) in Buea
In a recent event that has sparked discussions across Cameroon, A group of French-speaking youths posed as Southwesterners to express gratitude to President Paul Biya for the establishment of a higher teachers training college (ENS) in Buea. This act has been met with mixed reactions, as it raises questions about the authenticity of the support…
The Tumultuous Relationship Between FECAFOOT and the Ministry of Sports in Cameroon
The Tumultuous Relationship Between FECAFOOT and the Ministry of Sports in Cameroon The world of football in Cameroon is currently witnessing a significant conflict between the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) and the Ministry of Sports. This discord has escalated to the point where it has caught the attention of the nation and football enthusiasts worldwide….
The Central African Republic’s Fuel Crisis: Examining the Impact of Tamoil and Total Stations on the Current Fuel Shortage in Bangui.
The Central African Republic’s Fuel Crisis: Examining the Impact of Tamoil and Total Stations on the Current Fuel Shortage in Bangui. The Central African Republic (CAR) is grappling with a severe fuel shortage that has put a spotlight on Tamoil, the marketer and recent buyer of Total stations in the region. This crisis has had…

