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PM Dion Ngute In Abidjan By Raymond Dingana  Cameroon's Prime Minister, and head of government, Chief Dr Joseph Dion Ngute has used the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan to seduce foriegn investors to consider investing in Cameroon. While in Ivory Coast, Chief Dr. Joseph Dion together with his peers from Ivory Coast, Tanzania and Guinea Conakry have reviewed the need to advance a win-win State-private sector partnerships. This, they said, is needed to jump start Africa’ development. During a high level panel discussion, the different Prime Ministers pointed out in clear terms the need the Governments to engage more profoundly with the private sector given that no economy can flourish without an solid private sector. During the discussions Dion Ngute and his peers underscored the need for favorable and resilient policies to be put up by governments to enable the private sector harness its expertise and touch in strategic management.  They agreed that, it will also permit the tracing...

  At The Unveiling Of The Cambridge International Education Plaque  By Raymond Dingana To provide quality education, Cambridge International School has partnered with St. Mary's International College. This recognition places the college among the world's top schools, offering a respected Cambridge curriculum that includes IGCSE, AS & A Levels, and Lower Secondary Checkpoint. St. Mary's is committed to academic excellence, global competitiveness, and innovation. The Cambridge International Education plaque at the school shows that it is a registered Cambridge school, offering high-quality international education programs. This plaque symbolizes the school's dedication to giving students a world-class education that prepares them for a changing world. Family Photo Taken At The Event  The unveiling of the Cambridge International Education plaque took place at St. Mary's International College in Mudeka, Tiko, on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The ceremony was attended by im...

  L-R: Okie Johnson and His Grace  Jose Avelino Bettencourt, By Raymond Dingana The Diocese of Buea has recognized Okie Johnson, the National President of the Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMA), for his significant contributions to its growth. Archbishop Jose Avelino Bettencourt, the Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea, presented the award to Okie on May 7, 2025, following a special Mass that concluded the Diocese's 75th anniversary celebrations.  The announcement was met with loud applause from the congregation at the Divine Mercy Co-Cathedral. While presenting the award, Archbishop Bettencourt praised Okie, saying,  “His dedication shows true Christian service.” The packed cathedral celebrated Okie’s leadership and his impact on the Diocese. Key Achievements of Okie Johnson At Buea Diocese  Under Okie’s leadership, the CMA has grown significantly across Cameroon, especially in the Buea Diocese. He oversaw the completion of the CMA National Secretar...

     Farmer Tantoh Presenting His Prize To Bamenda Population  Raymond Dingana Dieudonné Tantoh Forba, widely known as Farmer Tantoh, has been awarded the prestigious Earthna Prize for Environmental Sustainability in Water Resource Management, organized by the Qatar Royal Family under the Qatar Foundation. The award was presented to him recently by Her Excellency Sheikha Hind Bint Hamad Al Thani in Qatar's capital city of  Doha.  As many neighborhoods struggle with water shortages, community members like Farmer Tantoh are taking significant steps to address the issue, earning international recognition for their efforts. Farmer Tantoh In Doha-Qatar Farmer Tantoh’s contributions to environmental sustainability, particularly in water resource management, have won him remarkable accolades worldwide. "I realized that we can be the change we want to see in our community by stopping the blame game. After contracting typhoid in agricultural school, I felt compelled...

Family Photo Taken In The Far North  By Raymond Dingana  Calls have continued to come from militants of Cameroon People's Democratic Movement (CPDM), and key voices from the Far North region for President Paul Biya to seek another mandate. During separate audiences with the Prime Minister,and Head of Government, Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, the militants expressed their desire for President Biya to be their candidate in the upcoming election. At each stop of the Prime Minister's visit to the Far North region, the consistent message was a call for President Paul Biya to present his candidacy in the forthcoming presidential election in Cameroon. This occurred during the Prime Minister's visit to the Far North Region of Cameroon to inaugurate the Bongor-Yagoua Cross-Border Bridge. The voices from the Far North Region have joined others calling on Paul Biya to be their candidate in the October presidential election. Cameroon Prime Ministers Inaugurate Bongor-Yagoua Cross-Border...

Nkumu Fed Fed Members With DO Of Bali  By Raymond Dingana Nkumu Fed Fed, a gender-based non governmental organization, has empowered over 50 women's groups with financial assistance totaling 500,000 francs each. This support was announced during the Nkumu Fed Fed Jamboree held at the Gwan Multipurpose Center (GMC) on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The groups had previously registered and received training in various economic activities at the GMC. The aim of this initiative is to enable women to start collective businesses, allowing them to provide for their families and meet their needs. Cross Section Of Women At The Newly Constructed Grandstand  At GMC Eunice Tita Tata, President General of Nkumu Fed Fed, stated,  "Nkumu Fed Fed derives its strength from our secure livelihood program. We have been actively engaged in peace-building and social cohesion initiatives, empowering women through entrepreneurial programs by providing them with capital of FCFA 500,000 to kickstart sma...

The Accident Scene At Up Station  By Raymond Dingana  Passengers of a 70 seater bus that left Bamenda on the evening of Thursday, April 24, 2025, will forever be grateful to a tree that saved their lives along Station Road. The bus, operated by a Bamenda based transport agency, was prevented from plunging off the steep hill thanks to a one of the eucalyptus tree planted beside the road. As the vehicle ascended Station Hill, it suffered a breakdown and began to roll backward. Miraculously, one of the trees along that stretch stopped the bus from tumbling down the cliff. Fortunately, no one was hurt in the incident. Editorial Comment What transpired on Station Hill that night serves as a stark warning to the authorities in Bamenda that they must take intentional steps to ensure the safety of the population. Officials must be proactive and stop looking away until tragedy strikes. Had that tree not been there, we would be mourning the loss of over 70 lives, reason why more still n...

  Family Photo Of Nkumu Fed Fed, Staff Of Bali District Hospital  By Raymond Dingana The health sector in Bali, located in the North West Region of Cameroon, has been deeply affected by the ongoing Anglophone Crisis. Despite the challenges, the resilience of health personnel in Bali has allowed the community to continue accessing crucial health services.  Yet, many health centers in the region are still struggling, lacking the essential equipment necessary to meet the urgent health needs of the population.  Not being able to stomach the level of suffering the people have been going through, Nkumu Fed Fed stepped forward to address this pressing issue. While many chose to look away, this organization took it upon itself to strengthen these health facilities, providing crucial medical supplies not just for hospitals but also for patients, especially those with disabilities. On Tuesday, April 22, Nkumu Fed Fed, led by its  President, Eunice Tita Tata, visited the B...

  Distribution Of Didactics In Mantum   By Raymond Dingana As the Anglophone Crisis continues to disrupt the educational sector, particularly affecting children from low income families, private initiatives are stepping up to address the challenges. Nkumu Fed Fed, a humanitarian organization led by a group of women from Bali Nyonga, has contributed massively in providing support to those in need. Ever since the Anglophone crisis degenerated into an armed conflict,  Nkumu Fed Fed is the only non governmental organization in the North West Region of Cameroon that has successfully penetrated the interior of Bali to create a positive impact on the community. School Needs Donated To Learners In Mantum On April 22, 2025, Nkumu Fed Fed took action in Mantum, a neighborhood where educational resources have been scarce. The organization provided essential school supplies and financial assistance to help secure the future of these children. “Mantum is where Nkumu Fed Fed launched i...

Nkumu Fed Fed At Pa Ndiboli's Orthopedic Center Bali By Raymond Dingana Bah Njiboli is a well known traditional orthopedic doctor in Ngukong, Bali Subdivision of the North West Region of Cameroon. He has been using the expertise passed down from his ancestors to treat individuals with bone issues. Many have benefited from his services at little to no cost, as he is not supposed to charge patients, following the tradition of those before him. Nkumu Fed Fed, a non governmental organization's humanitarian outing to Pa Ndiboli's Center was ignited by the heartbreaking conditions faced by patients seeking treatment for bone issues. The inadequate accommodation facilities, coupled with the struggles of those in need at the center moved Nkumu to take action.  To support his work and improve the conditions for him, his patients, their children, and caregivers at his traditional orthopedic center, Nkumu Fed Fed, a non governmental organization, paid him a visit, Saturday Tuesday, Ap...

Abakwa People Members At The Meeting By Raymond Dingana  Members of the Abakwa People, a WhatsApp platform in Bamenda, gathered for their first physical meeting, celebrating the opportunity to connect and put faces to the names that populate the forum. While the primary aim was to foster better relationships, the meeting also provided a chance for members to discuss the group's future direction.  "We will enhance social cohesion, promote peace, and continue being one another's keeper, which are some of the key aims for creating this group," said Ndefru Melanie Mafor, the group's founder. Ndefru Melanie, a Bamenda-based journalist, noted the importance of steering minds away from the negativity stemming from the nine-year Anglophone Crisis in Anglophone Cameroon, which has devastated many lives. She created the Abakwa People platform to support individuals facing various challenges. The group aims to keep members informed about the latest happenings in Bamenda, and...

Family Photo Of CASJ-NW Members, And Facilitator  By Raymond Dingana   In a bid to enhance the reporting skills of sports journalists in the North West Region of Cameroon, the North West Chapter of the Cameroon Association of Sports Journalists (CASJ-NW) trained its members on the Laws of Football. This training took place during their monthly gathering held at the Human Rights Commission's Office on Friday, April 4, 2025. The workshop was made possible thanks to the strong partnership between CASJ and FECAFOOT North West.  According to the main facilitator, Njichu Clauvis, a professional Elite 1 football referee, participants were schooled on the 17 laws of football, which he emphasized are crucial for effective football reporting.  "We trained journalists on the terminologies of football, which will significantly enhance their reporting skills. It was also an opportunity for journalists to learn about the recent changes in the laws of football. This knowledge ...

Hon Aghor And Members of His Constituency By Raymond Dingana  The Hon. Member of Parliament for Bafut-Tubah Constituency Hon. Agho Oliver Bamenju, has extended a hand of fellowship  to his constituents by paying the hospital bills of all nursing mothers and new born babies at the Bambili hospital. This gesture was part of his courtesy visit to Tubah to evaluate the progress of road construction works undertaken by the Tubah council. During his visit to the hospital, Hon. Bamenju commended the nursing mothers on the occasion of International Women's Day, assuring them of his continued support. He stated,  "So long as God blesses me, I shall always come to the assistance of my population in my constituency." Prior to his hospital visit, Hon. Bamenju condoled with motorbike riders in Bambili who lost a colleague in a fatal accident on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. He offered them 90 liters of fuel and cash to support their livelihoods, cautioning them to be law-abiding and respo...

  Tamfu Simon Fai, North West PIC At The Publication Of The 2024 Annual Report  By Raymond Dingana The Public Independent Conciliator (PIC) of the North West, Tamfu Simon Fai, has revealed what observers describe as a high level of unethical practices at the North West Regional Assembly (NWRA). This revelation was made during the presentation of the 2024 Annual Report of the PIC on Friday, February 28, 2025, 21 days after it had been submitted to the Presidency of the Republic. The findings regarding unethical practices at the NWRA were derived from a perception survey in which questionnaires were administered to members and workers of the Regional Executive Council (REC).  The report highlighted concerns over disparities in resource allocation, operational autonomy, and the concentration of authority within the hands of the president, often to the detriment of other REC members.  "Members of the House of Chiefs expressed that their unique role as custodians of the t...