Our leaders are not furniture. Furniture does not loot diamonds, mismanage treasuries or unleash militias. Furniture does not cling to power with brazen arrogance. But in…
What is needed is a rethinking of leadership, a redistribution of political power and inclusive and accountable governance
Over the past few months, many government critics, including opposition leaders and journalists, have been jailed or forced into exile
The strongman thrives on populism, low civic involvement, political elitism, fear, poverty, illiteracy and the abuse of the rule of law
The repressive regime is forcing opposition parties to put their heads together and get creative
The body of Martinez Zogo, a critic of private and public transgressions, was found five days after he disappeared, showing signs of torture
Collapsed Cameroonian embankment kills 14 funeral attendees, including survivor’s mother, brother and best friend.
The world-famous footballer ran a stunning political campaign to win the top job at Cameroon’s football federation. Does he have his sights set even higher?
A child was among the dead, while 38 were injured as fans attempted to enter the Olembe Stadium where the hosts Cameroon were playing the Comoros, according to figures released…
Cameroonian President Paul Biya ordered an investigation into the tragedy that occurred on Monday as crowds attempted to enter the Olembe Stadium in the capital Yaounde to watch…
The 2021 tournament dates have changed twice, first because of fears that torrential seasonal rains could affect the tight schedule, and then because of the pandemic.
With Mondays enforced as off-days from work in conflict-ridden Cameroon, gathering at dog meat eateries to consume the delicacy and drink alcohol has become a weekly pastime.
Franck Biya, a Cameroonian businessman is also the son of President Paul Biya. Does this mean he will be president, too?
The African nation is hoping to use the tournament to paper over the divisions of the Anglophone crisis and the cracks made by a dictator who has ruled for almost four decades.…
A slew of recent attacks in the country means sending your child to school can be a life or death decision
Cameroonians are caught between a vicious civil war at home and brutal detention and deportation measures in the countries they flee to
The United States has never been shy to pass judgment on African elections. What does it look like when Africa passes judgment on America’s chaotic vote?
Ahead of planned protests, Cameroon’s main opposition leader argues that change is more urgent than ever
If we do not take care, presidents will make lawlessness the standard of our civic life. Let’s make sure it does not come to that!
Citizens of Cameroon are unable to trust their government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, given cases of ministers flouting restrictions, as well as allegations of…
