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By Anne-Valien Berinyuy About 193 individuals whose properties were destroyed along the Urban Crossing section of the 6.5 km road stretch in Bamenda have begun receiving compensation. The compensation process officially commenced on June 18, 2025, at the Regional Delegation of Public Works, with over 150 affected individuals present. This compensation initiative, as explained by stakeholders, adheres to international standards. Each beneficiary will receive an amount higher than what is stipulated by national guidelines, with the final sum varying based on the extent of property damage incurred. SG, Ministry Of Public Works, Ebang Mve Payments started a day after the Secretary General of the Ministry of Public Works, Ebang Mve Urbain Noel, visited Bamenda to launch this final phase in the compensation process.  This marks the concluding step, and will now pave the way for work to commence on the 6.5 km Urban Crossing stretch of road in Bamenda starting from the Amour Mezam, through...

Compiled By Raymond Dingana  Two Persons Shot on Ghost Monday in Bamenda Gunmen on motorbikes shot and wounded two individuals in the Mile 3 neighborhood of Nkwen, Bamenda III municipality. A woman on a motorcycle sustained a leg injury, while a viral video shows a young man, suspected to be a GCE candidate, being rushed to a health facility after being shot. As of press time, both victims were receiving treatment in Bamenda. The incident, which occurred on Monday, June 16, has been condemned by the community, raising concerns about the ongoing violence affecting civilians while authorities appear passive. Victims Being Rushed To The Hospital For Treatment  Woman Detained for Incest A case of incest has emerged in the Mile 6 neighborhood of Nkwen. A woman has been accused of having sexual relations with her son, prompting neighbors to report the matter to local authorities. The woman, in her 50s, was arrested for further investigation, though it remains unclear if her son, in ...

  Family Photo To Imortalise The Day By Anne-Valien Berinyuy The Youth Outreach Program (YOP) honored several children,and youths for their dedication to promoting and preserving cultural values and heritage. The awards were presented during the Youth Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC) on June 14, 2025, at the Alliance Française Cameroun organized by YOP Cameroon, in partnership with Mission 21. In its third edition, this year’s festival featured participation from children, youths, and sports veterans. The event included a variety of activities, such as cultural dance contests, a fashion parade, fashion designing, and others all showcasing participants' cultural talents. Cross Section Of Participants At The Event   Being part of commemorative activities to observe the Day of the African Child with the theme:  "Budgeting for the Rights of Children,"  event organizer Omer Songwe emphasized that the essence of FESTAC is to help young persons appreciate their cultura...

By Raymond Dingana  The Life Time Media Group Award for Nation Builders, Gold Category, has been awarded to Dr. Isidore Ghane of Dr. Isidore's Modern Holistic Herbal Clinic. This honor recognizes him as the top researcher and holistic educator in the North West Region of Cameroon. Dr. Isidore received the award on Thursday, June 12, 2025, adding to his growing list of accolades. According to officials from the Life Time Media Group, his remedy for sexual weakness, a significant health issue affecting many relationships has helped restore harmony in numerous homes. Patients have shared incredible stories about how their sexual lives have rejuvenated thanks to Dr. Isidore's treatments. One official noted  "Those who have experienced the medicine have reported remarkable improvements." Patients suffering from sexually transmissible infections, gastritis, typhoid, infertility, and other ailments have found relief after visiting Dr. Isidore's clinic on Cow Street, Bame...

Participants At The Workshop In Bafoussam By Anne-Valien Berinyuy  A 2-day-workshop to train journalists who are all members of the Cameroon Association of English Speaking Journalists (CAMASEJ) held in Bafoussam on June 12 and 13,2025. Organized by the National office of CAMASEJ, with support from Open Society Foundations, the capacity building workshop also saw the unveiling of a security handbook for journalists especially those operating in crisis battered North West and South West regions of the country. The handbook encompasses guidelines for both online and offline safety, offering practical tips on preparation before covering a story and protocols to follow during coverage. CAMASEJ Bamenda Delegation With The National President Of The Association  The handbook, comprising four chapters, was developed as part of the project: "Optimizing media engagement in peace efforts in the North West and South West Regions of Cameroon through increased media participation," funded...

  By Raymond Dingana  Young people in the North Region of Cameroon are poised to secure employment following the inauguration of an ultra-modern, state-of-the-art cement and clinker producing plant in Figuil-Garoua. This CFA 60 billion facility, operated by Cimencam, is expected to generate numerous job opportunities, potentially employing close to 1,000 young Cameroonians. The Head of State's representative, Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, officially commissioned the plant on June 12, 2025. Beyond job creation, the plant aims to increase cement production to 500,000 tons annually. PM Dione Ngute Addressing The Population Of Figuil-Garoua  Highlighting the significance of the plant, Dion Ngute stated that it would help retain capital within the country, among others. "I was personally assigned by the Head of State to inaugurate this cement and clinker plant. It will go a long way in reducing the imports of clinker, an essential element in cement production, thereby enhancing...

Compiled By Raymond Dingana  Tragic Shootings in Bamenda The Anglophone crisis continues to claim lives in the North-West Region of Cameroon, with young people bearing the brunt of the violence. On Thursday, June 5, 2025, Ateh Amanda, a young woman, and Brandon, a commercial motorcycle rider, were struck by stray bullets in the Cow Street neighborhood of Nkwen, Bamenda III Municipality.Reports indicate that there may have been a third victim. Amanda was returning home when gunmen, suspected kidnappers, engaged security forces after abducting a trader from the Nkwen Market. In the ensuing chaos, the gunmen opened fire. Witnesses say there was a response from the government forces. At the end of the day, Amanda and Brandon were hit. They were rushed to a health facility but unfortunately succumbed to their injuries. Their bodies are currently at the mortuary.  Death of Suspected Separatist Fighter In another incident, a young man suspected of being a separatist by name Noel, was...

Child With Untreated Clubfoot   By Raymond Dingana  If there is one significant stumbling block in the way of clubfoot treatment in Cameroon, it is sociocultural barriers. This explains why calls have emerged from various sectors of society, urging community members to dismantle these barriers affecting clubfoot treatment, particularly in the North West Region. What is Clubfoot? Clubfoot is a condition where a baby's foot is twisted out of shape or position, causing it to point downward and inward. The front of the foot turns in and down, while the sole may face backward. This common congenital birth defect can be effectively treated, especially when addressed early. The Impact of Sociocultural Barriers Unfortunately, sociocultural barriers hinder access to clubfoot treatment, prompting calls for their removal. Tamon James, the National Coordinator of the Cameroon Clubfoot Care Program at the Cameroon Baptist Convention Health Services, emphasizes that these barriers are detri...