The Cutting Of The Ribbon Ritual Performed By Arch Bishop Nkea, and Bishop George Nkuo By Raymond Dingana    For many people, buying land or developing a house is a dream. But for some Cameroonians, that dream has turned into a painful experience after losing money to poor services, abandoned projects or people they trusted with their property. It is against this background that a new company has opened its doors in Bamenda, promising to offer a different approach to real estate and investment. United Trust Fund Group, Real Estate & Asset Management, has opened at Mile 2 Junction in Nkwen, with a promise to help people manage their money, properties and investments. Family Picture Taken At The Event The company was officially launched on Friday, August 14, with Assistant Director Dr Bamnjo Herman outlining some of the services it offers. According to him, the company targets people who have money but may not know where or how to invest it. “United Trust Fund Group helps pe...

Some Recent Victims Of The Anglophone Armed Conflict  By Samwapen Maria Nahzing, Student Intern,UBa Recent killings in some parts of Bamenda have left many residents living in fear as insecurity continues in some neighbourhoods. While people continue to call for better security and an end to the violence, some residents are also taking steps to protect themselves, their families and their businesses. What are people in Bamenda and across the North West Region doing to stay safe as killings and kidnappings continue? The question is now part of everyday discussions, with some residents accusing the government of not doing enough to protect the population. Beyond mourning and blaming, residents say people must also think about practical ways to reduce their risk while hoping that the security situation improves. For Tificanjo, a Bamenda resident who spoke to us, staying safe starts with being careful about one's daily movements and surroundings, among others. “Stay informed about what...

  Elements Of Army Rescue With The Baby's Body   By Raymond Dingana A 31-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the death of a newborn baby whose body was discovered in a pit toilet in Cisia, Nkwen, Bamenda III Municipality. The incident came to light after neighbours reportedly noticed blood stains around the woman's home. They became suspicious because the woman, who had recently been pregnant, was no longer showing signs of pregnancy. Neighbours reportedly confronted her, but she denied knowing anything about the baby's whereabouts. The matter was later reported to the police, leading to her arrest.During questioning, the woman allegedly revealed what had happened to the baby. The Army Rescue Unit, led by Commander Taku Paul, was called in to assist. Members of the unit reportedly retrieved the baby's body from the pit toilet. Army Rescue At The Pit Toilet Trying To Retrieve The Baby's Body  According to information gathered during the investigation,...

By Raymond Dingana The long-awaited Bamenda II Waste-to-Energy Project is moving closer to implementation, with feasibility studies expected to begin in the coming weeks. The project, which seeks to turn waste into energy while creating jobs and improving waste management, is being developed by the Bamenda II Council in partnership with Global Ventures of North America (GVNA). GVNA Africa Regional Director and Country Director for Cameroon Operations, Emmanuel Ntoko, was in Bamenda on Saturday, August 8, 2026, for a meeting to launch the feasibility study phase. The meeting brought together Bamenda II Mayor Peter Chenwi, Mezam Senior Divisional Officer Simone Emile Mooh, traditional rulers, councillors and other partners. GVNA Africa Regional Director and Country Director for Cameroon Operations, Emmanuel Ntoko Ntoko said the feasibility studies are expected to start within three weeks. He explained that his visit was also to ensure that the land and other arrangements needed for the p...