Author: Betrand Ntumnyuy

The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon have turned up the heat in their preparations for the decisive FIFA World Cup 2026 Africa Zone playoff semifinal against the Leopards of DR Congo, with an energetic and focused training session held on Monday in Rabat, Morocco. Under the watchful eye of head coach Marc Brys, the 21-man squad trained on the main field of La Noria Club, showing grit, speed, and tactical discipline in a 90-minute high-intensity session that set the tone for what promises to be a thrilling encounter on November 13. High Energy and Focus Monday’s session featured quick transitions, pressing…

Cameroonian whistleblower and social media influencer N’zui Manto has raised more than 8.9 million FCFA (€13,633) to support families of civilians reportedly killed during post-election violence following Cameroon’s disputed October 2025 presidential election. In an update shared on his Facebook page, which boasts over one million followers, N’zui Manto announced the results of his online fundraising campaign titled “La cagnotte en faveur des familles des Camerounais tués par Paul Biya” — meaning “Fund for the families of Cameroonians killed by Paul Biya.” “Total PayPal: 9,590 euros; Bank transfer: 4,043 euros; Total: 13,633 euros, approximately 8,900,000 FCFA,” he wrote. “The families…

A dark cloud has fallen over the Cameroon Baptist Convention (CBC) following the tragic killing of Pastor Njoh Desmond, who was shot dead by men in military attire near Nshiodoh village, along the road from Ndu Baptist Hospital, on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The incident has sent shockwaves across the Christian community and reignited calls for justice and peace in Cameroon’s restive North West Region, where violent clashes between government forces and separatist fighters continue to claim innocent lives. A Church in Mourning In an official statement issued on Sunday, November 9, the Executive President of the Cameroon Baptist Convention,…

The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Cameroon (PCC), Right Reverend Miki Hans Abia, on Sunday, November 9, 2025, celebrated his first Presbyterian Church Day as Moderator of the PCC since his election and induction in March this year. The celebration marked 68 years of the Church’s autonomy from the Basel Mission — a milestone observed under the theme “Together in Christ, Strengthened through Stewardship.” The moderator celebrated this year’s anniversary at Presbyterian Church Ndobo in Bonaberi, Douala, under the Mongo Presbytery, instead of the PCC headquarters in Buea. The Moderator’s decision to celebrate with Christians in Bonaberi was seen…

  A thought-provoking and controversial commentary titled “The Day of the Devil” by journalist and social engineer Nouck Protus has ignited nationwide debate over religion, politics, and morality in Cameroon’s post-election atmosphere. In the essay, Protus reflects on the recently concluded presidential election, which ushered in what he describes as “Year Number Forty-Four of Biya’s presidency.” But his focus is not just on politics—it is on what he calls “the mark of the devil stamped all over the political season.” At the heart of Protus’s critique lies a controversial statement made earlier this year by a Roman Catholic bishop, who…

It was a weekend of unity, generosity, and cultural pride as the Fako Women N’Endinge in America, better known as FAWONE America, successfully concluded its 2nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on October 4, 2025, in Pennsylvania. The three-day event, which drew more than 100 women from across the United States, was not just a reunion of sisters from Cameroon’s Fako Division — it was a celebration of philanthropy in action. Giving Back to Mothers and Families At the heart of FAWONE America’s mission lies a simple but powerful goal: to improve the lives of mothers and families in Fako Division,…

The Constitutional Council has officially proclaimed President Paul Biya the winner of Cameroon’s October 12, 2025 presidential election, following the final validation of results in Yaoundé on Monday, October 27. The incumbent secured 53.66% of the total valid votes cast, extending his over four-decade leadership at the helm of the nation. According to figures released by Elections Cameroon (ELECAM), President Biya, candidate of the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM/RDPC), obtained 2,474,179 votes, while his closest challenger, Issa Tchiroma Bakary of the National Front for the Salvation of Cameroon (FSNC), garnered 1,622,334 votes, representing 35.19%. The results confirm Biya’s strong grip…

Cameroon’s long-serving president, Paul Biya, has been declared the winner of the country’s October 12 presidential election, extending his more than four-decade rule amid widespread allegations of fraud and mounting political tension. The Constitutional Council announced on Monday, October 27, 2025, that the 92-year-old leader secured 53.7% of the vote, defeating his main challenger, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who received 35.2%. The results give Biya an eighth consecutive term, cementing his position as the world’s oldest head of state — a title he has held since first taking office in 1982. But the declaration has sparked fury among opposition supporters, who…

Tension gripped the city of Douala on Sunday, October 26, 2025, after self-proclaimed election winner Issa Tchiroma called on his supporters to “defend the people’s will” following the disputed October 12 presidential election. What began as scattered protests quickly escalated into violent clashes with security forces, leaving four people dead and several others injured, including members of the gendarmerie and police. According to an official statement from the Governor of the Littoral Region, Samuel Ivaha Diboua, the unrest began around 4 p.m., when “groups of youths, under the influence of narcotics and driven by criminal intent,” attacked the Nkoulouloun gendarmerie…

Ivorians cast their ballots peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in a presidential election marked by calm, low voter enthusiasm, and the absence of several key opposition leaders. The poll, which was boycotted by sections of the electorate, took place without major incidents but reflected clear political fatigue across the country. Nearly nine million registered voters were called to choose among five candidates — incumbent President Alassane Ouattara, Kouadio Konan Bertin (KKB), Jacques Mangoua, Henriette Lagou, and Dr. Mamadou Coulibaly. Of these, President Ouattara, in power since 2011, remains the dominant figure, seeking to extend his leadership amid calls for…