Author: KNNEWS

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…

Youths from the 10 branches that make-up Azem, a clan in widikum Subdivision in Momo Division of the North-west Region have converged in Buea for the Great Youths of Azem General Convention. The agenda of this year’s event includes cultural parade,bfootball, handball games and a grand fundraising to support the underprivileged back home. Organisers of the cultural week built for Chariot Hotel in Buea, this Saturday August 3, 2024, seeks to unite the youths of Azem, creating an opportunity for Social cohesion, peace and Development. Though several miles away from home, this occasion offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the…

Ugly Scenes Unfolded at the Molyko Omnisport Stadium in Buea on Friday August 2, 2024, during the semi finals of the Fako Departmental League, a game between Etoke Sports Academy-ESAFUP and LionHeart Elite Soccer Academy-LESA from Mutengene and Tiko respectively. The game ended prematurely after players of LESA attacked the match officials who had awarded a penalty and a red card following a foul. The controversial penalty almost caused the referee and other match officials heavily.There was total chaos with the players of LESA and their officials totally on rampage. Colleagues who rushed to the rescue of the match officials…

Ekondo Titi Celebrates Peace , Consolidates Unity Through Football Tournament. The 2nd edition of the Legendary Football Challenge in Ekondo Titi, Ndian Division of the Southwest Region is underway. The launching ceremony at the Ekondo Titi Municipal stadium, on Friday August 2, 2024, presented an opportunity for the people to celebrate the return to peace in their area. The heavily attended opening ceremony saw the rich culture of the Ndian people on display. The tournament placed under the distinguished patronage of the Prime Minister – Head of government, Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, is intended to engage the youths in…