Author: KNNEWS
As the world celebrated World Water Day on March 22nd, Cameroonians joined in to raise awareness about the importance of access to clean water. In Douala, Cameroon’s economic capital, residents face significant challenges in accessing potable water. We spoke to two city dwellers, Joseph Nguma, a Motor Spare part dealer, and Baloh James Atema, a water and shoes vendor, to hear their stories and opinions on the matter. For Joseph Nguma, accessing clean drinking water is a daily struggle. “There’s water everywhere, but getting drinkable water is a problem,” he lamented. Nguma spends around 2,000 francs per day on water,…
Ukpa Edwin Teteh, widely known in the football community as Eddyman, offers a captivating insight into his life, a journey intricately linked to the beautiful game of football. His story is not just about personal achievements but is a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the transformative power of sports. From his earliest memories, football has played a pivotal role in Teteh’s life. Growing up , he was immersed in a culture where football was more than just a pastime—it was a way of life. “Football became a significant part of my identity,” he recalls, reflecting on how the sport influenced…
By Betrand Ntumnyuy Day three of Professor Fuh Calistus Gentry’s four day working visit to the Littoral Region saw the Minister of Mines, Industry, and Technological Development take drastic measures against Reddys Global Industries Ltd in Bonaberi Douala. The company’s activities were suspended due to non-compliance with industrial practices, posing a significant risk to public health. Professor Gentry explained that the decision was made after repeated attempts to guide the company on basic industrial practices. “We have a whole technical file with them, which they are aware of. Unfortunately, they have failed to respect these guidelines, putting the health of…
‘Ukrain is a sovereign Nation and if she decides to solicit for military assistance from her allies, it is not for Russia to decide whether or not the troops should be deployed ’ Emmanuel Macron. In a European security crisis meeting, France president continues to push for NATO to deploy troops to Ukraine to combat the russian troop currently infiltrated in cities of Ukraine in what Russia considers as a special military operation. This has been his position several months now, in an attempt to provoke Third World War It should be noted that, in 2022, Emmanuel Macron lost the…
By Betrand Ntumnyuy The Guneku Cooperative Credit Union (GUNECCUL) held its Second Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Guneca Hall in Bonaberi, Douala, on Sunday, March 9, 2025. The event brought together members, board directors, and management staff to discuss the union’s progress, challenges, and future plans. In an exclusive interview with our reporter, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Ngati Bah Gerald, expressed his satisfaction with the meeting’s outcome. “We were impressed with the members who attended and participated fully. The major resolutions we took pleased me so much, especially the one on education. Many members showed interest…
The August 2024 Join ministerial decision by the ministers of Public Health and Higher Education on the suspension on HND students’ registration into private healthcare institutions in Cameroon sent shockwaves throughout the education sector. However, with the Prime Minister’s decision to lift the ban, after a joint inter-ministerial meeting held on November 28, 2024, private institutions resumed registering students. Meh Basil K., promoter and director of STEM, Higher Institute of Health and Technological Sciences in Douala, shares his insights on the future of healthcare education in Cameroon. “The suspension was a temporary setback, but we’re optimistic about the future,” says…
Ngwele Market, Bonaberi Douala – On March 8, 2025, market women from Ngwele Market gathered to celebrate International Women’s Day, with the theme “For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment.” The event was marked by short speeches, fanfare and a call to action for the government to support women in the market. Yvette Anda, a designer and one of the oldest members of Ngwele Market, shared her experiences as a market woman. “Although our numbers are few, I hope that in the future, we will celebrate with many more women,” she said. “We face several challenges in the market,…
In a highly anticipated press conference held in Douala on Saturday, March 1, Tembu Daniel, aka Danny Green, aka 237 TownCryer, unveiled his latest single, “My Hustle,” featuring Stanley Enow. The artist, known for his energetic and captivating stage presence, shared explosive details about the music project, leaving the audience in awe. Danny Green revealed that he spent a staggering 65 million CFA francs to realize the entire project of “My Hustle.” In a shocking admission, he confessed that he had to sell his only land and car to cover expenses during the video shoot. “I Spent over 65M CFA…
In an exclusive interview with knnews.info, celebrated Cameroonian artist Franck Epalle shared his insights on the significance of cultural music in preserving Cameroon’s rich tradition and values. With over 22 years of experience in the music industry, Franck Epalle has established himself as a leading figure in promoting Cameroonian culture through music. Born in the Northwest Region of Cameroon, precisely from Donga Mantum division, Franck Epalle began his music career in 1998 after arriving in Douala. He joined a cabaret dance group, where he worked with famous musicians like Salle John,Afo Akom, Lady Kashilla (Congolese artist and sound engineer) just…
By Senior Journalist ,Ellie Smith At the recently concluded extraordinary congress of the Social Democratic Front (SDF), held in Yaoundé, the party elected Joshua Osih as its flagbearer for the October 2025 presidential election. This will be the second time that Osih, affectionately known as “Josh,” will carry the torch of Cameroon’s most prominent opposition party in parliament. At its peak, the SDF was the largest opposition both within and outside the legislature. The SDF is arguably the most significant political movement to emerge in Cameroon since reunification. Its founding leader, the late John Fru Ndi, is widely regarded as…