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  Cross Section Of NTACCUL's Members At The AGM  By Anne-Vallien Berinyuy  Ntarinkon Cooperative Credit Union Limited (NtaCCUL) has established itself as the top Cooperative Credit Union in Cameroon and beyond. During their Annual General Assembly Meeting at Bamenda Municipal Stadium on March 1, 2026, it was announced that in 2025, NtaCCUL paid interest on savings totaling 4,250,059,334 FCFA. NtaCCUL's President, Bar. Akumah Bih Miranda, stated,  "Like in previous years, we have planned to pay 6% interest in 2026, amounting to 4,520,612,311 FCFA." The appealing 6% interest on savings helped boost membership from 104,107 members in 2024 to 117,213 members in 2025, adding 13,106 new members in a single year. NtaCCUL's Board Of Directors President, Bar. Akumah Bih Miranda Facing The Press She also mentioned that the USSD and online app launched in 2024, and GIMAC cards are now available.  "Members can easily apply for GIMAC cards at any branch, allowing them to ...

By Akwi Freya Fomunyam The Ntambeng Cooperative Credit Union Limited (NtamCCUL) is thriving despite economic difficulties in the country following the October 12 presidential election. In 2025, NtamCCUL saw a jump in membership, reaching 37,411 members, up from 33,845 in 2024. This growth was announced during the 58th annual general meeting (AGM) held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the Catholic Mission Hall in Ntambeng. During the AGM, the Board of Directors (BoD) reported a net profit increase of 59,292 Francs compared to the previous year. In a show of confidence, the Union allocated 133,384,930 Francs to members as interest on their savings, providing a 4% return. Ndonwi Derick Shu, the BoD President, highlighted that the institution's success comes from hard work.  "Our membership, savings, and financial strength are all growing. NtamCCUL is present nationwide. We set goals and encourage everyone to meet them. We actively engage with our members,"  Ndonwi told the m...

Newly Appointed Auxiliary Bishop Of The Bamenda Archdiocese  By Anne-Vallien Berinyuy Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend Father John Berinyuy Tata as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Bamenda. The announcement was made on Friday, February 13th, 2026, during a come together at St. Joseph Metropolitan Cathedral, attended by clergy, religious leaders, and members of the Christian community. This news has excited many across the North West Region, as people see it as a powerful testament of faith, resilience, and divine care. Father John Berinyuy’s journey to becoming a bishop has been filled with both hardship and service. In November 2025, he was reportedly kidnapped by separatist fighters while returning from the opening ceremony of a Catholic university in Ndop. This incident shocked the local church and the wider public. After his abduction, Archbishop Andrew Nkea of Bamenda wrote a strong letter urging the Catholic community to take urgent action and show support.  He ...

By Raymond Dingana In Tubah Sub Division , as in other parts of the North West Region and Cameroon , young people gathered at the University of Bamenda to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Youth Day . The event was themed "Youths At The Heart Of Great Hope, For A United, Stable And Prosperous Cameroon," and youth from various villages came together to make the occasion special. Reinforcing President Paul Biya 's call for young people to engage in responsible activities for the country's growth, Divisional Officer (D.O) Massango Metuge Narcisse urged the youth to avoid bad behavior. "We encourage the youth to be responsible, believe in themselves, and practice good morals and discipline to spare their families from the pain that comes with irresponsible living,"  said Massango. Tubah Administration  Hon. Gejung Awonti , Commissioner for Economy, and other members, including Hon. Mairama Amadu , the youngest member of the North West Regional Assembly (NWRA)...

By Raymond Dingana  In his annual Youth Day address on February 10, 2026, President Paul Biya called on young people to reject harmful behaviors and act responsibly. He emphasized that the future of Cameroon rests in their hands. You must understand this. It is essential that you avoid the risky behaviors some of you have recently engaged in, such as delinquency, alcohol and drug abuse, immoral conduct, and excessive use of social media,  he stated. Recognizing the crucial role parents play in a child's upbringing, the president also urged them to be proactive.  Parents and educators must take their responsibilities seriously and should not tolerate or encourage bad behavior. The president acknowledged the challenges faced by young girls in Cameroon, who often suffer from various forms of abuse. He committed to enhancing their protection, saying,  I have instructed the relevant authorities to strengthen support for young girls in schools, families, and workplaces, as...

Photo of the Buea National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Committee for ex-fighters of Boko Haram and armed groups in the North-West and South-West Regions, from their archives, used with permission By Cynthia Ebot Takang https://globalvoices.org/2025/11/07/the-silent-crisis-of-cameroons-ransom-fueled-war/ What began in 2016 as a social uprising in Cameroon’s English-speaking regions has degenerated into a profitable business: Armed groups now sustain the Anglophone crisis through a brutal system of kidnappings, extorting at least USD 7,884,000 (FCFA 4.5 billion) from civilians in 2023 alone. It all started as a plea for financial support. A phone call from an unknown number, asking those who hailed from Cameroon’s English-speaking regions to contribute to a struggle for liberation from marginalization. That plea has curdled into a threat.  The “struggle” has today transformed into a full-blown business. The “War Generals” are now the executives of this enterprise. K...