Cameroon
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya to Beijing to mark opening of 4th FOCAC summit
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya to Beijing to mark opening of 4th FOCAC summit The recent visit of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya to Beijing marks a significant milestone in the long-standing relationship between Cameroon and China. This visit, which aligns with the 4th Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), underscores the deepening ties and…
Namibian Representative Sets Stage for Braves Warriors’ Garoua Stay
Namibian Representative Sets Stage for Braves Warriors’ Garoua Stay Upon his arrival at Garoua International Airport, Steven Namalemo was warmly welcomed by the administrative secretary of the Northern Regional Football League. Steven Namalemo, a prominent member of the Namibian Football Association, arrived in Garoua on Monday, September 2. The visit is part of preparations for…
Press freedom: RSF opposes the detention of Amadou Vamoulké, former director of CRTV
Press freedom: RSF opposes the detention of Amadou Vamoulké, former director of CRTV The situation of Amadou Vamoulké, the former director general of Cameroon Radio Television (CRTV), has sparked a strong reaction from Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The press freedom organisation expressed its indignation at Vamoulké’s 20-year prison sentence, calling the trial unfair and demanding…
Cameroon Boosts Cigar Exports to Nigeria, Reaching 3.1 Billion FCFA in 2023
Cameroon Boosts Cigar Exports to Nigeria, Reaching 3.1 Billion FCFA in 2023 In 2023, Cameroon’s trade with Nigeria saw a notable entry in its export catalogue: cigars. While not the dominant product in the trade portfolio, cigars represented a significant 8% of the total sales to Nigeria, contributing to the CFA39.5 billion worth of goods…
THE ANGLOPHONE DILEMMA IN CAMEROON: THE NEED FOR COMPREHENSIVE DIALOGUE AND REFORM
THE ANGLOPHONE DILEMMA IN CAMEROON: THE NEED FOR COMPREHENSIVE DIALOGUE AND REFORM BY ATEKI SETA CAXTON In recent months, the “Anglophone problem”1 has dominated politics in Cameroon, following strike action initiated by lawyers and teachers in the two English-speaking regions of the country (the Southern Cameroons – Ambazonia). On 11 October 2016, Anglophone lawyers commenced…
Socapalm Increases Dividends to CFA1.8bn for FY2023, Up 20%
Socapalm Increases Dividends to CFA1.8bn for FY2023, Up 20% In a significant financial move, Socapalm, Cameroon’s leading palm oil corporation, has announced an increase in dividends for the fiscal year 2023. The company has declared a distribution of CFA1.8 billion to its shareholders, marking a substantial 20% increase from the previous year’s dividends. This decision…
A driver was shot and killed in the street in Bamenda by unidentified assailants.
A driver was shot and killed in the street in Bamenda by unidentified assailants. The rise in crime in Bamenda is increasingly linked to the ongoing conflict situation in the region. The city of Bamenda in the North West region of Cameroon has once again been rocked by a deadly act of violence. On Sunday,…
FECAFOOT officially announced the relocation of the upcoming Cameroon vs. Namibia match
In a significant update for football fans, the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) has officially announced the relocation of the upcoming Cameroon vs. Namibia match. Initially scheduled to take place at the Japoma Stadium in Douala, the match will now be held at the Roumdé Adjia Stadium in Garoua. This change comes as a result of…
Cameroon’s Struggle with Army Pension Fraud: A Deep Dive into the CFA3.1bn Annual Loss
Cameroon’s Struggle with Army Pension Fraud: A Deep Dive into the CFA3.1bn Annual Loss In a significant development, Cameroon has uncovered a massive pension fraud within its army, costing the public treasury an estimated CFA3.1 billion annually. This discovery has sent shockwaves throughout the nation and highlighted the challenges of governance and accountability in the…
The Release of Bruno Bidjang: A Glimpse into Press Freedom in Cameroon
The Release of Bruno Bidjang: A Glimpse into Press Freedom in Cameroon The recent release of Bruno Bidjang, the Vision 4 journalist and Managing Director of l’Anecdote Media Group, after a six-month incarceration for “spreading false news,” has reignited discussions on the state of press freedom in Cameroon. Bidjang’s case is a complex one, involving…