Cameroon Bar Council Criticized for Leniency After Gendarmes Torture Prominent Rights Lawyer On November 27, 2024, prominent human rights lawyer Richard Tamfu was severely beaten by gendarmes in Douala, Cameroon. The incident occurred when Tamfu intervened to prevent the arrest of his client without a warrant. A video of the assault, showing gendarmes brutally beating…
The Presbyterian Church in Cameroon is actively pursuing a path of renewal and revitalization. New Synod Leaders Face Challenges of Unity, Transparency, and Social Impact Dear Friends! The Presbyterian Church in Cameroon (PCC) has experienced a tumultuous period leading up to its recent Synod elections. In 5 years, the PCC has faced significant challenges, including:…
We are thrilled to announce that the latest edition of our esteemed newspaper is now available for purchase at newsstands across the city. This edition brings a wealth of articles, insightful analyses, and in-depth reporting on the most pressing issues of our time. For those who prefer the convenience of technology, we have also released…
During a local football tournament in N’Zerekore, Guinea, honoring the country’s military leader, Mamadi Doumbouya. The violence erupted after a disputed penalty decision, leading to clashes between fans and security forces. The chaos resulted in a stampede, causing dozens of deaths and injuries, including children. The regional authorities are working to restore calm, and there…
BRICS Nations Face 100% Tariff Threat from Trump Over Currency Moves Donald Trump recently issued a stern warning to BRICS member countries, threatening to impose a 100% tariff if they attempt to undermine the dominance of the U.S. dollar. This warning came through a post on his Truth Social platform, where he emphasized the necessity…
Cameroon Ministry of Defence Highlights Ongoing Security Threats in North West and South West Regions The Cameroon Ministry of Defence has acknowledged that persistent kidnappings, ghost towns, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) continue to pose serious threats to security in the North West and South West Regions. This revelation came during a recent security and…
ATI BONISA Secures FCFA 113 Billion Contract for Bekoko-Limbe-Idenau Road Rehabilitation The Ministry of Public Works (MINTP) has contracted ATI BONISA to rehabilitate the 93-kilometer road linking Bekoko to Limbe and Idenau in the South West Region. This project, which also includes rehabilitating a 10-kilometer stretch connecting Mutengene to Buea, will cost FCFA 113,179,432,546. The…
Cameroon is ranked among the six countries where acts of torture persist according to a UN report published on November 24, 2024 in Geneva. Summary executions, arbitrary arrests, and illegal detentions are among the human rights violations denounced by the Committee against Torture. Although a signatory to the Convention against Torture, Cameroon is criticized for…
The Alliance for Peace and Justice (APJ) has proposed a referendum on independence for the Anglophone regions of Cameroon by 2030. This proposal was made during the 17th session of the United Nations Forum on Minority Issues in Geneva, Switzerland. The APJ advocates for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing Anglophone crisis, which began in…
On behalf of the President of the Republic of Cameroon, whom I have the great honour of representing here, on behalf of the Cameroonian people, on behalf of all my fellow Members of the National Assembly and on my own behalf, to yourself and to the entire delegation accompanying you, I would like first of…
