Tag: Yaoundé
Cameroon’s president marks 40 years in power but succession is taboo topic
Thousands gathered in Cameroon's capital, Yaounde, Sunday (6 November) to celebrate the 40th anniversary of President Paul Biya’s coming to power but the 89-year-old stayed ... Read More
Cameroonian army dismantles weapon factory in Buea
The Cameroonian army discovered and dismantled Monday a weapon factory in the South-West town of Buea, a region hosting rebels demanding a breakaway from Yaoundé. ... Read More
Cameroon’s president orders enforcement of bilingualism law to tackle discrimination
To tackle complaints of discrimination against English speakers, Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has ordered officials to enforce a 2019 law on bilingualism and make life ... Read More
Central African farmers warn of looming hunger as Russia’s war in Ukraine disrupts imports
Disruptions in food supplies caused by Russia's war in Ukraine have deepened the struggles of millions of Africans to survive, more than 60 farmers’ associations ... Read More
Macron in Cameroon slams ‘hypocrisy’ on African nations
Global food crisis is one of Russia's "weapons of war“, said French President Emmanuel Macron during a visit to Cameroon on Tuesday (26 July), dismissing ... Read More
Cameroon Recognizes Morocco’s Sovereignty over Sahara
Cameroon has renewed its firm backing and constant recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over its Sahara during a meeting held lately in Yaoundé between Cameroonian officials ... Read More