The tragic accident on the Yaoundé-Bafoussam road has left the community in shock and mourning. On November 27, 2024, near the Ebebda bridge, a bus operated by Leader Voyage collided with a truck in a devastating crash. The impact was so severe that it resulted in the deaths of at least six people and left…
The city of Ngaoundéré is hosting a national dialogue focused on rehabilitating Mardock Wood, an urban forest that plays a crucial role in the community. This event, taking place on November 20-21, 2024, brings together representatives from various Cameroonian cities and several sectoral ministries to discuss urban forestry and its importance. Mardock Wood, a green…
In a significant move to bolster Cameroon’s IT infrastructure, the European Union has pledged a €91 million loan over the next three years. This financial support aims to enhance the West African nation’s infrastructure and attract foreign investment, marking a pivotal step in Cameroon’s development journey. The loan agreement was announced during a meeting between…
Cameroon’s Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms, Joseph Le, has announced the dismissal of 1,172 civil servants due to chronic absenteeism. This action is part of the government’s ongoing effort to ensure discipline and effectiveness within the civil service through the Physical Counting of State Personnel (COPPE) initiative. The dismissed employees were found to…
Separatist Ambush in Ndu: Three Killed, One Injured – A tragic incident occurred in Ndu, Donga Mantung Division, where an ambush by separatists resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left one person injured. The attack took place in the Mbaw plain, targeting a vehicle carrying both civilians and a gendarme officer. The ambush…
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…
Abdul Karim Ali, a prominent Anglophone activist currently imprisoned in Cameroon, has penned an open letter to US President-elect Donald Trump. In his letter, Abdul Karim Ali appeals to Trump to address the ongoing human rights violations and political unrest in Cameroon, particularly in the Anglophone regions. He highlights the plight of many activists and…
In a tragic incident in Nkwen, Bamenda, gendarmes mistakenly opened fire after confusing the sound of a modified motorcycle for gunfire. This occurred at Mile 4 Junction around 8 PM on October 27, 2024. The gunfire resulted in the immediate death of a civilian and left another person injured. The confusion arose when a motorcycle with a customized sound repeatedly passed through the area, making loud noises that resembled gunfire. A local food vendor at the scene recounted that the bike rider had modified the sound of his motorcycle to mimic gunshots, which led to the gendarmes’ reaction. This incident has raised concerns about the safety of civilians amid heightened security measures in Bamenda. It also highlights the challenges faced by security forces in distinguishing between real threats and false alarms, especially in regions affected by conflict. The local community has…
In a recent military operation, the Cameroon military arrested three individuals suspected of being members of the Ambazonia separatist movement in Babanki, also known as Kedjom Ketinguh. The suspects, identified by their pseudonyms Biabia, Ebudu, and Half Hand Man, were taken into custody on October 29, 2024. The operation involved searching and seizing in the…
The Cameroonian government has announced a six-month deadline for whisky-producing companies to cease distributing their products in sachets. This decision is part of a broader effort to address public health concerns and curb the consumption of cheap, highly alcoholic shots often sold in plastic sachets. These sachets, commonly referred to as “whisky sachets,” have been…
