Cameroon
The Inauguration of Philemon Yang as President of the 79th United Nations General Assembly
The Inauguration of Philemon Yang as President of the 79th United Nations General Assembly In a significant event marking a new chapter in international diplomacy, His Excellency Philemon Yang, the former Prime Minister of Cameroon, has been inaugurated as the President of the 79th United Nations General Assembly. This prestigious role places him at the…
17 Suspects Plead Not Guilty in Journalist Martinez Zogo Murder Trial
17 Suspects Plead Not Guilty in Journalist Martinez Zogo Murder Trial The Martinez Zogo case has captured the attention of many, both within Cameroon and internationally. The recent development in the case saw the 17 suspects, including prominent businessman Jean Pierre Amougou Belinga, plead not guilty to the charges related to the murder of journalist…
UNESCO’s Commitment to Literacy in Cameroon: A $45 Million Boost
UNESCO’s Commitment to Literacy in Cameroon: A $45 Million Boost In a significant move to support literacy and education, UNESCO has allocated $45 million to bolster literacy policies in Cameroon. This substantial funding aims to enhance the country’s national literacy policy, which is characterized by a multisectoral approach and the involvement of decentralized local authorities,…
AFCON qualifier: Cameroon beats Namibia 1:0
AFCON qualifier: Cameroon beats Namibia 1:0 The Indomitable Lions secured a narrow victory with a scoreline of 1-0 over Namibia, courtesy of Vincent Aboubakar’s remarkable 44th goal for the national squad. This achievement elevates him to the position of the second most prolific scorer in the annals of the team’s history, trailing only behind the…
Appel à l’aide : Cri d’alarme : 74 000 élèves menacés par les inondations au Cameroun
Appel à l’aide : Cri d’alarme : 74 000 élèves menacés par les inondations au Cameroun Les récentes inondations survenues dans la région de l’Extrême-Nord du Cameroun ont eu des conséquences dévastatrices sur la vie de milliers de personnes et menacent désormais l’éducation de 74 000 enfants. Ces événements tragiques soulignent la vulnérabilité des communautés…
ameroon issued CFA853.3 billion in public securities in 2023, marking the largest volume in five years
In a significant move for its economy, Cameroon issued CFA853.3 billion in public securities in 2023, marking the largest volume in five years. This strategic financial maneuver underscores the country’s robust approach to managing public cash flow pressures and financing infrastructure projects. The issuance comprised mainly Treasury bills (BTA), short-term debt instruments with maturities of…
Back to school: CONAC warns about the monetization of places from class 6 to form 1
Back to school: CONAC warns about the monetization of places from class 6 to form 1 As students transition from primary to secondary education, the process of securing a place in the desired school can be fraught with challenges. The National Anti-Corruption Commission (Conac) has recently issued a warning about the monetization of places in…
The Journey to Garoua: Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions Set for a Pivotal Clash
The Journey to Garoua: Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions Set for a Pivotal Clash After a period of uncertainty and anticipation, the stage is finally set for the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon to take on their counterparts from Namibia. The match, a crucial part of the African Cup of Nations qualifiers, has been the subject of intense…
The death toll continues to rise in the eighth-year-old Southern Cameroons – Ambazonia War of independence.
The death toll continues to rise in the eighth-year-old Southern Cameroons – Ambazonia War of Independence. Last week, the brutal killing of three occupier LRC police officers on duty in the federal capital Buea, by valiant Ambazonia state armed forces, dominated media headlines across the Cameroons and around the world. The sophisticated weapons of the…
The Perils of Prescription Drug Trafficking: A Closer Look at the Tramadol Seizure in Cameroon
The Perils of Prescription Drug Trafficking: A Closer Look at the Tramadol Seizure in Cameroon In a significant crackdown on illegal drug trafficking, authorities in the South-West region of Cameroon have seized a staggering 171,000 tramadol tablets, valued at approximately 85,500,000 Francs. This substantial seizure highlights the ongoing battle against the illicit distribution of prescription…