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5, November 2025
US urged to rethink ties with Cameroon after reelection of ‘corrupt’ Biya regime 0
In a post on X, Republican Senator Jim Risch of Idaho criticised the “sham” reelection of President Paul Biya, saying his regime has only made life worse for those living in Cameroon — including Americans. “The corrupt Biya regime in Cameroon hunts its political opponents, enables Wagner’s illicit activities, and has created conditions for jihadist […]
4, November 2025
Football: David Beckham receives knighthood 0
Former England captain Sir David Beckham has been formally knighted for his services to football and British society. The 50-year-old, who was named on King Charles’ Birthday Honours list earlier this year, was knighted by the King during a ceremony in Berkshire on Tuesday. “I couldn’t be prouder,” said Beckham. “People know how patriotic I […]
4, November 2025
Biya’s continued stay in power: UN says security forces killed 48 in election protests 0
Cameroon’s security forces killed 48 civilians as they responded to protests against the re-election of President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest ruler, according to data shared with Reuters on Tuesday by two U.N. sources. The majority of the victims were killed by live rounds although several died from wounds sustained when they were beaten with […]
3, November 2025
Issa Tchiroma is now under Nigeria security protection in Yola 0
Issa Tchiroma Bakary was abducted in a raid on a residence in Yola, Adamawa State in Nigeria by Nigeria security forces between 10pm and 11pm on Sunday, 2 November, according to a deep background briefing. The Nigeria force acted on a tip off from Cameroon security after locating Tchiroma through signals emitted from his mobile […]
3, November 2025
Biya’s continued stay in power: Archbishop Kleda says unrest reflects deep frustration and poverty 0
Archbishop Samuel Kleda of Cameroon’s Catholic Archdiocese of Douala has condemned the post-election violence that erupted across the country following the proclamation of results from the October 12 presidential poll. In a statement issued on November 1, Archbishop Kleda noted that unrest reflects deep frustration, poverty, and widespread distrust of political institutions. “The proclamation of […]
3, November 2025
Yaoundé: gov’t vows to restore order amid Tchiroma’s call for civil disobedience 0
The Minister of Communication Rene Emmanuel Sadi on Monday condemned violent post-election protests and acts of civil disobedience, vowing that effective measures will be taken to restore order. Sadi, also the government spokesperson, said violent protests following the country’s Oct. 12 presidential election had led to the destruction and looting of property. “Those responsible for […]
3, November 2025
The truth about the Issa Tchiroma arrest affair 0
Issa Tchiroma Bakary had already been removed and “escorted to a safe location”, before state defence and security forces surrounded his residence in a way that looked like an undeclared house arrest. “A leader does not offer himself to be arrested,” a source said in a deep background briefing in Garoua. “He has to be […]
31, October 2025
Tchiroma says loyal soldiers escorted him to safety 0
Issa Tchiroma Bakary said on Friday he had been escorted to a secure location by soldiers loyal to him for his protection, a move that could signal a split within the army following a disputed election. Tchiroma had been holed up in his house in the northern city of Garoua since a presidential election on […]
31, October 2025
Sona John Mukete, ex-CPDM German Section President is dead 0
Sona John Mukete, former President of the ruling Cameroon Peoples Democratic Movement German Section is dead. The Cameroon Anglophone politician died on October 14, 2025 in Kumba the chief city in Meme Division after a brief illness. The Mukete family confirmed his death in a heartfelt statement, describing him as a man who left an […]
5, November 2025
Parts of Cameroon deserted as Tchiroma calls for a lockdown to protest election results 0
by soter • Breaking News, Cameroon, Headline News, News
Some cities in Cameroon were deserted Tuesday after the main opposition leader asked citizens to stay at home to protest the recent election win of 92-year-old President Paul Biya. The three-day lockdown, which began Monday, was mainly in key opposition strongholds including the economic hub of Douala and in northern cities like Maroua and Garoua, […]