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CDC Workers Protest Unpaid Wages and Demand General Manager’s Resignation
CDC Workers Protest Unpaid Wages and Demand General Manager’s Resignation – Workers of the Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) took to the streets on Tuesday, November 12, in Tiko, South West region, demanding their unpaid wages. The protesters, numbering in the hundreds and carrying plants in their hands, also called for the dismissal of the CDC…
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Martinez Zogo Case: Court Denies Jean Pierre Amougou Belinga’s Request for Reconstruction
In the high-profile case of journalist Martinez Zogo’s assassination, the court has refused the request for a reconstruction of the facts by Jean Pierre Amougou Belinga, one of the key suspects. This decision was made by the military tribunal handling the case, which involved 17 defendants, including 12 agents from Cameroon’s powerful intelligence service, the…
President Paul Biya extends his congratulations to Donald Trump on his election victory.
President Paul Biya extends his congratulations to Donald Trump on his election victory. In a telegram sent on November 6, 2024, President Biya praised Trump’s leadership and expressed confidence in his ability to guide the United States toward progress in a challenging international context. This victory coincides with the 42nd anniversary of Biya’s own accession…
Nations Reactions as Donald Trump wins US presidential election
Republican Donald Trump has won the U.S. presidential election in a stunning comeback, comfortably surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed to secure the White House. Before the latest results were announced, Trump spoke in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he pledged to usher in a “golden age” for the United States and praised what he…
Massive Landslide Severely Impacts Dschang Cliff Road
Massive Landslide Severely Impacts Dschang Cliff Road – The Dschang Cliff Road in Cameroon’s West region was severely impacted by a massive landslide. The incident occurred on November 5, 2024, following heavy rains that triggered the landslide at La Falaise locality in Dschang town. The landslide blocked road access and buried several vehicles, including three…
Spain: Over 60 Dead in Devastating Valencia Region Floods
The recent floods in Spain’s Valencia region have been devastating, with the death toll rising to over 60 people. Torrential rains have caused flash floods, sweeping away cars, flooding streets, and disrupting rail lines and highways. This natural disaster is being described as one of the worst in Spain’s recent history. Emergency services have been working tirelessly to rescue those trapped by the floodwaters, using helicopters and boats to reach people in danger. The Spanish government has deployed over 1,000 soldiers from emergency response units to assist in the rescue operations. The floods have also led to significant infrastructure damage, with bridges and roads washed away, making access to some areas nearly impossible. The situation remains…
CHRDA Demands Investigation into Killing of Bamenda II Deputy Mayor
The Center for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa (CHRDA) has called for an independent investigation into the killing of Joko Frida, the Second Deputy Mayor of Bamenda II. Joko Frida was found dead on October 28, 2024, after being kidnapped from her home on October 26. The CHRDA has condemned the murder, describing it…
Cameroonian Forces Neutralize Dozen Separatist Fighters in Mbonge Subdivision
In a recent military operation in Mbonge Subdivision, the 6th Region Rapid Intervention Battalion (BIR) successfully neutralized a dozen separatist fighters. The operation took place in Bombanda village, where notorious separatist warlord Ndiba Lenya Clifford, also known as “General Lucifer,” and eight others were killed. The raid also led to the recovery of 13 war…
Gendarmerie of North and Adamaoua Regions Join Hands to Strengthen Security Against Banditry
The Gendarmerie of the North and Adamaoua regions recently held a private meeting to address the growing issue of banditry in the area. The meeting was led by Brigadier General Pierre Louba Zal, the commander of the third gendarmerie region, which covers both the North and Adamaoua regions. The focus of the conclave was to…
Student Journalist Arrested While Covering Women’s Protest in Buea
Guy Bruno Maimo, a third-year student of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Buea, was arrested while covering a women’s protest in Buea on October 24, 2024. The protest involved women from Maumu village demanding the release of their detained relatives. Maimo, who was reporting for the Volcanic Times, was detained at the…