5, August 2022
French Cameroun: Three militants killed as Francophone dominated army repels Boko Haram attack 0
At least three militants of the Boko Haram group were killed early Thursday after they attempted to attack a military outpost in Cameroon’s Far North region, according to local and security sources.
The attack took place in Nguetchewe locality of the region.
The heavily armed militants ambushed and attacked troops and after several hours, troops repelled them killing three on the spot, an army officer in the region who asked not to be named told Xinhua.
The military was pursuing the rest of the assailants, the officer said.
Boko Haram has killed over 2,000 people since it launched offensives in the region in 2004, according to security reports and local NGOs.
Source: Xinhuanet
5, August 2022
Douala: Bomb explosion injures several people in Central Market 0
A homemade bomb was detonated in the Central Market area of Douala Aug. 4. There have been reports of injuries, but authorities have not yet confirmed the exact number. The blast comes two days after security officials issued warnings of a possible attack. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack.
Heightened security is likely around the site of the blast over the coming hours. Authorities may seek to close roads as they continue their investigation, resulting in localized transport and business disruptions.
Source: Crisis24