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18, September 2024
Yaoundé: police chief reinforces directives for free movement 0
In a memo dated September 10, 2024, Martin Mbarga Nguele (photo), Director General of National Security (DGSN), reaffirmed the importance of free movement of people within the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC). This reminder was directed to the Director of Border Police, regional security delegates, port and airport commissioners, and immigration officers at […]
18, September 2024
Yaoundé: Papal Nuncio condemns diaspora’s role in Ambazonia conflict 0
Cameroonians living abroad are fanning the flames of the separatist conflict in the English-speaking regions, according to Archbishop Avelino Bettencourt, the Vatican representative to the Central African country. The separatist crisis in Cameroon began in 2016 when lawyers and teachers in the English-speaking regions protested against the marginalization by the predominantly French-speaking government. The situation […]
17, September 2024
At least 97 Southern Cameroonians arrested by gendarmes in Bonakanda 0
At least 97 Southern Cameroon civilians were arrested in Bonakanda in Fako Division by gendarmerie officers from the Buea legion, Barrister Lyonga Ewule confirmed on Saturday through a statement released by Legend Law Offices, as Vice President Dabney Yerima of the Ambazonia Interim Government ordered an investigation into the latest in a series of such […]
16, September 2024
Israeli military recruits African asylum-seekers for war in Gaza 0
The Israeli military has reportedly been recruiting African asylum-seekers to support its war efforts in Gaza, offering promises of permanent residency in return. But refugee advocacy groups say they have reason to doubt that asylum seekers are receiving what was promised. Israeli media reported on Sunday that the government has been recruiting African asylum-seekers for […]
16, September 2024
200,000 people affected by floods in Cameroon 0
In recent weeks, relentless heavy rains have battered Mayo Danay in the Far North region of Cameroon, with the city of Yagoua bearing the brunt of the unprecedented downpour, Report informs referring to Africa News. The damage is extensive, with reports indicating at least ten fatalities, entire neighborhoods submerged, 185 primary schools and 13 high […]
16, September 2024
Nigeria: Prisoners flee after floods damage jail 0
The Nigerian authorities say more than 270 inmates are now known to be missing after escaping from custody when severe flooding damaged a prison in the north-eastern city of Maiduguri. So far, seven are back in detention. The flooding was caused by the collapse of a dam following heavy rainfall. Several hundred thousand people in […]
16, September 2024
Manyu Development: Chief Stella Ntui Arhewoh’s many EU visits and different perspectives raises eyebrows 0
No sitting MOWAH chapter president is known to have formally visited any foreign country before joining another Manyu women’s association. That is, till now. Chief Stella Ntui Arhewoh’s visits to France, Belgium and Holland before her likely return to Abuja, Nigeria to launch Nyene Mawn have garnered extensive coverage. Nchemty Boh Manyu Face Book Page […]
16, September 2024
Michael Jackson’s older brother Tito Jackson passes away aged 70 0
Tito Jackson, an original member of the Jackson 5 pop group and brother of the late Michael Jackson, has died aged 70, US media report. An official cause of death is yet to be determined. Tito performed in the famous ensemble with brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael, who died in 2009. He was recently […]
16, September 2024
Biya regime distributes disaster relief funds as deadly floods devastate Far North region 0
President Paul Biya has allocated 350 million XAF (about 591,809 U.S. dollars) for flood relief after rainstorms caused severe flooding across the Far North region, a senior official said Friday. The flooding has claimed 11 lives, destroyed 40,000 homes and displaced 180,000 people, Minister of Territorial Administration Paul Atanga Nji told reporters Friday in the […]
19, September 2024
Indian and Commonwealth business leaders explore opportunities in Cameroon 0
by soter • Africa, Business, Headline News
Cameroon will host a trade mission from September 19 to 23, 2024, featuring members of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council. The Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Handicrafts (Ccima) issued a notice inviting local businesses to take part in this event, which will be held in Yaoundé […]