Author: KNNEWS

In the world of football, where talent and prestige intersect, one anglophone player stands out at the moment as the leading figure, representing one of the most renowned clubs globally. His name is Boris Enow! Boris Enow Takang, born on March 30, 2000, in Cameroon, is making waves in Major League Soccer (MLS) as a new addition to DC United’s midfield. Standing 1.75 meters (5 ft 9 in) tall, Enow brings a blend of youth and experience to the team, having previously played for clubs in Portugal, France, and Israel. Enow’s football journey began with Ecole de Football Brasseries du…

Paul Kagame has been sworn in for a fourth term as Rwanda’s president after winning 99% of the vote in last month’s election. While some hail Mr Kagame for bringing peace and stability to his country after the 1994 genocide, others accuse him of running a repressive regime in a country where ordinary people are afraid to openly criticize him. Rights groups say the margin of his electoral victory is proof of the lack of democracy in Rwanda.Only two candidates were allowed to stand against Mr Kagame in the 15 July election. In his four presidential elections, he has always…

Nigerian Officials are heavily accusing Russia of Supporting Protests Amid Rising Tensions.The Russian Embassy has Denied any Involvement as Demonstrators Demand for Change. Some Nigerian government officials have alleged that the Russian government is backing the ongoing nationwide protests, which have already led to the deaths of over 18 individuals. In response, the Russian Embassy in Nigeria has denied any involvement in the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations. These protests, which began on August 1, is aimed at putting pressure on the government of president Bola Ahmed Tinubu to end what they describe as “bad government” . Throughout these demonstrations, some participants were…

Brazil is experiencing the second worst plane crash in the country since the 2007 crash that killed about 199 people due to an error from the pilot. On Friday August 9, 2024, a flight leaving the city of Cascavel – Paraná state crashed before arriving at its destination. Reports confirmed that, ATR 72 airline VOEPASS , flight number 2283, left the city of Cascavel and was heading to Sao Paulo international airport -Guardulhos before losing communication and crashing in the city of Vinhedo, killing 57 passengers and 4 crew members. Brazil government officials have not released a statement to confirm…

A worthy untamable Lion has gone. President Issa Hayatou bowed in Paris this morning. With class, sobriety and elegance that characterized him.Evoking the memory of this African football monument, imposes on us out of respect for him, a duty of sincerity.Beyond everything, we have always cared for the former president of CAF, FECAFOOT, and FIFA (interim): Issa Hayatou, HUGE RESPECT.So we salute, the memory of the builder of the modern CAF, of a great African who allowed Africa, after the feat of the Indomitable Lions in 1990, to get 5 places at the Football World Cup. President Issa Hayatou has…

In a heartening testament to resilience and determination, some inmates of the Buea Central Prison who enrolled for the GCE last academic year, achieved remarkable success. Despite the myriads of challenges faced, the prison school (Buea Central Prison High School), recorded a 100% pass rate at the Advanced Level and an impressive 86% at the Ordinary Level. This extraordinary accomplishment is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of education, even under the most trying circumstances.Against all odds, all six students who took the A Levels passed, with the top student achieving the highest score in her centre (Buea External)…

Cameroonian Senior Football administrator ISSA HAYATOU has died in Paris. News of the death of the former FECAFOOT Scribe fell on August 8 2024 like a bombshell. It was Veteran BBC journalist and very good friend to Mr Hayatou, Gerard Dreyfus who broke the news on his Facebook page: “A reliable source has just informed me of the death of my very dear friend Issa Hayatou today in Paris. He and I have known each other since 1975. He was a unique man, unfortunately not always understood in Africa. I will have the opportunity to reflect further on this old…

A three day symposium aimed at Harnessing Artificial Intelligence And Digital One Health DOH, to Strengthen the Health-care System in Cameroon, is ongoing at the Amphi 500 of the faculty of Health Sciences in the University of Buea.Organized by DIGICARE Cameroon, the symposium which started on Wednesday 07-07-2024, has brought together experts in Artificial Intelligence, from the University of Buea and University of Ngoaundere, who are presenting and analysing results of research work on how AI can facilitate health care in Cameroon. Presenting on the readiness of local Communities to use AI and DOH control of Emerging and Re-emerging infectious…

The 2024, Edition of the Clean Cities Contest has been launched in Kumba Meme Division,of the Southwest Region of Cameroon. The launching ceremony by the Second Assistant Senior Divisional Officer for Meme Division, Mme Hermia Njonje, together with the Delegate for Housing and Urban Development MINHDU, Meme kicked off in Ntam, Kumba III recently. Given that the Kumba I Sub Divisional Council proudly clinched the first position at the Divisional level last year, she is more determined than ever to maintain the winning streak! Under the leadership of the Mayor of Kumba 1, Eseme Moses, the council is geared to…

The member of Parliament for Buea Urban Constituency, Honorable Malomba Esembe, has received an award of distinction for his Dynamic Leadership and Community Engagement. The award presented to the MP recently in Buea is testament to the massive positive impact that the law maker has had in his constituency. Organizers of the award say “Hon. Esembe’s tireless dedication and infectious enthusiasm are catalysts for change, inspiring collaboration and unity throughout our region”. “This Award of Honour to Hon. Malomba Esembe, the youngest Parliamentarian in the South West and North West regions shines a spotlight on his extraordinary commitment to building…