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Pangolin Protection: The Urgent Fight Against Wildlife Trafficking

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Pangolin,And Pangolin Scales By Raymond Dingana Pangolins are the most trafficked mammals in the world. Their meat and scales are in high demand, leading to their status as an endangered species. People hunt pangolins for their meat, which is a delicacy in countries like China and Vietnam. They also use pangolin scales to make products such as shoes, leather boots, and accessories. Pangolin meat is seen as a luxury item and a symbol of status in some restaurants in Vietnam and China. Their skins are made into leather goods like boots, bags, and belts, mostly in the Americas. Furthermore, many communities use pangolin products in traditional medicine to treat various ailments like rheumatism, asthma, skin diseases, and poor blood circulation. Since 2017, international trade in all pangolin species has been banned under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), giving them high protection. However, illegal trade continues, with an estima...
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Double Trouble Hits Tubah: Lives Lost, Many Hospitalized, Others Abducted

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Victims Of Sabga Mosque Shooting Prepared For Burial   By Raymond Dingana  Once a peaceful and vibrant area known for hosting the University of Bamenda, Tubah Sub Division in Cameroon’s North West Region is now facing unprecedented insecurity. On Friday, November 14th, while the Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon,His Grace, José Avelino Bettencourt, was in Bamenda to rededicate the Bamenda Metropolitan Cathedral, armed men attacked a mosque in Sabga, a community in Tubah.  They opened fire randomly, resulting in the deaths of three worshipers, with nine others receiving treatment in Bamenda. The community condemned this act, comparing it to drinking poison and expecting one’s enemies to suffer. "You can't be killing your own and expect your enemy to feel the pain,"  said Yaya Buba, a Muslim faithful in Bamenda. More Attacks on Tubah: Civilians Pay the Price Before the dust could settle from the Sabga incident, reports of another attack emerged from Four Corners Bambui...
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Zita Aliah's Groundbreaking Dissertation: Enhancing Communication Strategies In Cameroon’s Electricity Sector

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Zita Aliah, And Members Of The Jury By Raymond Dingana  Zita Aliah Awah, Limbe Chapter President of the Cameroon Association of English-speaking Journalists (CAMASEJ) Limbe and Communication, and Cooperate Social Responsibility Officer for Eneo, South West, and Moungo Divisions of Cameroon, has successfully defended her Master’s dissertation in Communication and Development Studies at the University of Bamenda, (UBa) earning an outstanding score. Her research, titled “ Communication Challenges in Electricity Supply Companies During the Cameroon Anglophone Crisis: The Case of Eneo Cameroon in Bamenda,” delves into the impact of communication strategies on service delivery and stakeholder relationships amidst socio political unrest. In her words, "My dissertation offers practical solutions to enhance customer experiences with electricity services. By identifying communication gaps during the Anglophone Crisis like delayed updates and unclear messages, it presents actionable strateg...
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Tragedy In Nkambe: Two Feared Dead In Fatal Road Accident

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The Truck At The Accident Scene By Raymond Dingana  A serious road accident in Nkambe town, North West Region of Cameroon, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, has left at least two people dead, the truck driver,and a commercial biker.  The driver was rushed to a health facility where he died, while the biker died on the spot. Four others sustained serious injuries and are being treated in a health facility in Nkambe. Witnesses report that a speeding truck lost control, left the road, and crashed into a workshop at the Mount Calvary garage junction. An apprentice and the shop owner's child were hurt in the crash. A motorbike rider tried to dodge the out-of-control truck but crashed instead. Sadly, the rider died, and his passenger was injured. Emergency services are assisting the injured, and authorities are looking into the accident. The Accident Scene 📷Tamnjong Richard, DMCR-Nkambe
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Nwa: Suspect In Double Homicide Of Elderly Women Evades Mob Justice

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Suspected Killer  By Raymond Dingana People in Mfe, a village in the Nwa Sub Division of the North West Region of Cameroon, are feeling shocked and sad after a young man allegedly killed two elderly women. The suspect, known as Yongmeh, is said to have committed the crime a few days ago when the women caught him stealing chickens and raised an alarm. Yongmeh confronted them, and after a heated argument, he hit one woman with a stick and attacked the other with a machete. The first victim died immediately, while the second was taken to a health facility but later died from her injuries.  After realizing the seriousness of his actions, the suspect tried to escape but was caught by villagers. They were about to beat him to death when others said it was better to call the police. The suspect was then detained, where he is helping security forces with their investigation. It's worth noting that one of the victims had buried her son, Ngachu Titus, just two months ago, only to join h...
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Oct 12 Poll: Ndian Population Grants Biya 98.9% Victory, Demonstrating Confidence In PM Dion Ngute

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President Paul Biya  By Raymond Dingana The recent election results from Ndian, South West Region, indicate a significant endorsement for President Paul Biya, who secured a staggering 98.9% of the vote on October 12, 2025. This overwhelming support comes despite separatist calls for a boycott, with over 33,000 residents participating in the election. The campaign, led by Balungeli Confiance Ebune, Director of Cabinet at the Prime Minister’s Office, and closely monitored by Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute, emphasized a grassroots approach, reaching out to voters in various localities. Analysts suggest that the success of the CPDM in Ndian reflects a strong loyalty among the electorate. During the campaign, PM Dion Ngute positioned himself as a key supporter of President Biya, reinforcing the message that the President is the only viable candidate. This sentiment was echoed at the regional campaign rally in Buea, where CPDM leaders expressed confidence in Biya's commitment to the re...
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Two People To Appear In Court For Trafficking Giant Pangolin Scales

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Pangolin Scales   By Raymond Dingana  Two individuals will appear in the High Court of Tibati on October 22nd to face charges of illegally possessing giant pangolin scales. They were arrested while trying to sell the scales on July 3rd in Tibati during a crackdown by wildlife officials from the Djerem Divisional Delegation of Forestry and Wildlife, working with the Gendarmerie Company of Tibati and assisted by the Last Great Ape Organisation (LAGA). The suspects were found with two bags of giant pangolin scales near a bus station. The scales were hidden in cardboard boxes and grain bags. Nearly 90 kg of scales were seized. Sources close to the case, who wished to remain anonymous, said the suspects are part of a larger wildlife trafficking network that involves poachers collecting scales from villages around Tibati.  This network includes hunters, bike riders, and public transport drivers. They sell the scales in towns like Yoko, Ntui, Yaoundé, Douala, and Ngaoundéré. The...
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