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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...

New CJTU President, Comrade Ruth Che Wachong  By Ngum Seraphine  Ruth Che Wachong has been elected as the new President of the Cameroon Journalists Trade Union (CJTU NW). The election took place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the conference room of the North West Branch office of the Cameroon Human Rights Commission. Che Wachong’s list was unopposed during the Elective General Assembly, reflecting the trust members have in her leadership. She makes history as the first female journalist to lead the trade union. L-R Comrade Nji Ignatius, CJTU President Emeritus, and Ruth Che Wachong, CJTU President Elect  Taking over from Comrade Nji Ignatius, who served for a two-year term within a four-year mandate, Che Wachong emphasized the importance of membership, stating that it is one of the greatest strengths of any trade union.  "We will work towards registering as many members as possible. Many have left for various reasons, and we are targeting both old and new members so t...

Family Photo Taken At The Launch Of Operation Green Guzang Initiative  By Mokun Njouny Nelson In the heart of the North West Region of Cameroon lies Guzang Village, where a beacon of hope shines bright, HRH Fon Gwan Mbanyamsig III, passionate about environmental conservation, has spearheaded "Operation Green Guzang Village." While launching the initiative recently, the Fon’s Representative Tanjoh Fridrick, former Mayor of Batibo Council, and a Community Developer, said the initiative aims to transform the village into a thriving ecosystem, fostering economic growth, peace, and education. The operation focuses on planting economic trees such as Pears, Mangoes, Plums in order to provide sustainable income sources for villagers. Tanjoh Fridrick said HRH Fon Gwan Mbanyamsig III was very passionate about the initiative since it will go a long way to among others; enhance environmental conservation, generate income and employment opportunities, and support local economic developmen...

One Of The Victims Of Sunday Night Shootings In Nkwen  Late Fon Christopher Kedze Fon Christopher Kedze Journeys Home  Fon Kedze Christopher Ning, 3rd Class Fon of Gheidze village in Wum Sub Division, Menchum Division, Northwest Region of Cameroon, has passed away. He journeyed to the world beyond on Wednesday, June 4, in Buea after a prolonged illness. Given the deplorable state of the Bamenda-Wum road, many are left wondering how the traditional authority will be transported to his final resting place, if he hasn't already been taken there. Passengers Narrowly Escape Death in Binka-Donga Mantung Division Three passengers narrowly escaped death on Wednesday, June 4, when their vehicle overturned and fell into a ditch in Binka, a village in Nkambe, Donga Mantung Division. The accident has been attributed to the poor condition of the road. The passengers sustained minor    Hundreds of Bikers Rally to See Off Colleague Killed by Gunmen in Nkwen On Thursday June 5th, hu...

  Tubah DO At The Ceremonial Ground By Raymond Dingana Many years ago, celebrating national day activities in Tubah Subdivision, North West Region of Cameroon, was far-fetched due to the ongoing insecurity caused by the Anglophone Crisis. However, a turning point came with the appointment of Massango Metougue Narcisse as Divisional Officer (DO) for Tubah. Since his appointment, National Day celebrations, including Youth Day celebrated every 11th February, and Unity Day celebrated every 20th of May, have been successfully held in Tubah, despite security challenges. This achievement is largely attributed to the tireless efforts of Massango Metougue Narcisse and his collaborators. L-R Tubah DO, Hon Gejung Awunti Of NWRA His commitment to ensuring the safety of the Tubah population earned him the Lifetime Achievement Award 2024 from a renowned media group. The recognition was for the Most Resilient,and Courageous Civil Administrator of the Year 2024, for his remarkable strides recorded...

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...