• An explosion was reported during activities marking the National Youth Day in Nkambe on 11 February 2024 • The explosion resulted in one death and 82 injured • The NKAMBE Regional Hospital Annex received all the severe cases including a pregnant woman • The capacity of the Nkambe Regional Hospital Annex is overwhelmed by the massive influx of patients with injuries • There is an urgent need for life-saving medical supplies in the Nkambe Regional Hospital Annex • There is an urgent need for a means of referral of critical cases Nkambe is a city in the North-West Region of Cameroon It is the headquarters of the Donga-Mantung Division Nkambe Central is also the name of one of the five communes in Donga-Mantung Nkambe lies at the north edge of the Bamenda Grass fields Nkambe Central has enjoyed relative calm since the start of the crisis in 2017 Activities to mark the National Youth Day in Cameroon ended abruptly in Nkambe Central when a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) went off around the grandstand hosting the event This resulted in a death and several injuries Nkambe Health District has a population of about 127000 people The Nkambe Regional Hospital Annex is the leading health facility in the Donga Mantung division It is the referral health facility for Misaje It has a bed capacity of 130 beds 5 general practitioners The other health facilities include a government integrated health centre and 2 confessional health facilities (Baptist and Presbyterian) Staff of the Nkambe Rgeional Hospital Annnex were trained on Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) technics in 2022 by WHO Unveiling Tomorrow's Cameroon Through Today's News a former conman who turned politician and is now a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Nkambe Central constituency The abduction reportedly took place on the night of Monday located in the Donga Mantung Division of Cameroon’s restive Northwest region Local sources suggest that Ambazonia fighters who are involved in the ongoing conflict in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon although no group has claimed responsibility so far a controversial figure due to his past involvement in criminal activities including the "wash wash" trade—a fraudulent scheme commonly practiced in parts of Europe and Turkey—has since reinvented himself as a politician After joining the ruling Cameroon People's Democratic Movement (CPDM) he eventually secured his position as an MP for the Ndu/Nkambe constituency allegedly through persistence and financial inducements Ngala Gerald has been an outspoken supporter of President Paul Biya the 92-year-old leader who has ruled Cameroon for over four decades Ngala has urged his constituents and fellow Cameroonians to continue to place their trust in President Biya's leadership despite the country's ongoing challenges including the separatist conflict in the Anglophone regions The abduction of Ngala Gerald's mother adds to the growing list of kidnappings and violence in the Northwest and Southwest regions where separatist fighters seeking independence for the self-declared state of Ambazonia have frequently targeted government officials Authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the kidnapping and the current whereabouts of Ngala Gerald's mother remain unknown The incident underscores the persistent insecurity in the region which has been gripped by conflict since 2017 Cameroonian journalist Wawa Jackson Nfor was arrested in May 2018 and has been held in pretrial detention while facing charges of publishing secessionist information He could face up to life in prison if convicted Nfor worked for local broadcaster Abakwa FM before starting his own Facebook and text message-based news service and contributing to local news websites such as Hilltopnews according to a person familiar with his case who asked not to be named for fear of reprisal Nfor’s reporting focused on the Donga-Mantung area of the English-speaking Northwest region and the local Ambazonian separatist movement which seeks to secede from the majority French-speaking Cameroon National gendarmerie officers arrested Nfor on May 15 after a visit to his home village of Tabenken according to the person familiar with details of his case He was detained at the gendarmerie brigade in Nkambe the district officer for Nkambe central district who accused the journalist of publishing unfavorable news about his administration Engola cited a 2017 news article about him seizing satellite dishes from residents who were watching the separatist satellite broadcaster SCBC TV Engola denied any knowledge of the 2017 article or of Nfor’s case saying he was not responsible for such matters and never interrogated Nfor After pressure on authorities from the journalist’s lawyer Nfor appeared before the chief prosecutor in Nkambe on May 18 and before the examining magistrate that same day The journalist was told that he faced charges of publishing secessionist information and was also accused of threatening the life of prominent local ruling party politician and businessman Ngala Gerard Shey told CPJ that the secessionist information charge was a result of his client’s journalism Nfor was sent to Nkambe Principal Prison pending further investigation Nfor appeared before the examining magistrate on June 21 where the charge of threatening Gerard’s life was dropped and the charge about publishing secessionist information was forwarded for trial the person with knowledge of the case told CPJ The journalist was formally arraigned and pleaded not guilty before the high court in Nkambe on August 30 In reply to a September 2019 request for comment via messaging app Gerard told CPJ that he knows Nfor well and did not remember filing a complaint against him “his being in jail is in no way related to me.” Nfor’s case continued to be face delays because the trial judge was injured in a shooting incident while traveling from Bamenda to Nkambe The escalating conflict between security forces and separatists derailed the functioning of the court for much of 2019 and 2020 An August 11, 2020, meeting of the Higher Judicial Council chaired by President Paul Biya resulted in new judicial appointments and the transfer of some judges, according to local news reports Shey told CPJ that as a result of the judicial changes Nfor’s trial would start anew at the High Court Donga-Mantung Judicial Division and would be presided by Justice Akuma Nkeng Epse Fonkem The court was scheduled to meet on September 24 for identification and possible arraignment but was adjourned to September 29 because the prosecutor was absent as the court failed to issue a production warrant for prison authorities to present him in court said the person with knowledge of the case Nfor was present on September 29 for the purpose of identification and his case was postponed to October 13 where he was re-arraigned and pleaded not guilty The trial was adjourned to October 27; at that hearing the prosecution's first witness failed to arrive and the trial was postponed to November 17 the prosecution asked for another postponement to December 1 that hearing was postponed to December 11 due to a lawyers’ strike the journalist faces a maximum penalty of life imprisonment CPJ and 80 other organizations wrote a letter to President Paul Biya on April 6 urging that he free Nfor and other jailed journalists amid the COVID-19 pandemic The letter noted that many of the imprisoned journalists were suffering from ill health exacerbated by overcrowded prisons The person who spoke to CPJ anonymously said that Nfor was “rubbed in his urine” and also threatened with death by guards while he was detained at the Gendarmerie Brigade in Nkambe Working Group on Arbitrary Detention over Nfor’s detention and alleged mistreatment by guards who allegedly beat A person with knowledge of prison conditions in Nkambe who asked not to be named for fear of reprisal described the conditions as “deplorable,” especially in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic saying prisoners were “left in a cell with no ventilation no toilets; poor sanitary conditions and overcrowding There are no serious measures against COVID-19 There is practically no other thing apart from face masks given by the government.” did not respond to a text message requesting comment in late September 2020 also did not respond to calls or texts via messaging app CPJ emailed the government’s cabinet secretariat on September 24 Biya never replied to CPJ’s April 2020 letter [email protected] You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed An IED explosion in Nkambe kills one and injures over 100 people: humanitarian actors mobilize resources and provide relief About 3,000 people fled violence in the South- West region between 16 and 26 February North-West and South-West: children deprived of their right to learn Far North: thousands of people displaced due to the Lake Chad basin conflict Addressing the needs and rights of women and girls exposed to GBV in crises-affected areas in Cameroon a town in the Ndonga-Mantung division in North-West Cameroon was hit by an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion on 11 February 2024 during the celebrations of the National Youth Day Most of the victims were children and women participating in the festivities The Nkambe Regional Hospital Annex (NRHA) received all the severe cases The hospital was overwhelmed by the massive influx of patients with injuries and needed urgent medical supplies and referral means Five severely injured patients were later transferred to the Bamenda Regional Hospital for better management 14 injured patients were still hospitalized Humanitarian partners under the coordination of the Health Cluster lead have been supporting the Nkambe Health district with lifesaving and response activities Humanitarian partners have donated medical supplies Interventions also included basic counselling and psychological first aid (PFA) mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) shelter and education was conducted on 22 and 23 February The incident highlighted the needs and challenges of access to health services in crisis-affected areas in the North- West region the limited number of health partners operating in Donga-Mantung division and the limited capacities and resources of medical facilities to take in charge heavy physical and mental trauma cases Humanitarian partners will continue to provide assistance to affected populations the chairman of the Social Democratic Front (SDF) recently embarked on a poignant journey to Bamenda and Nkambe two towns in the North West region of Cameroon These visits were aimed at meeting with and offering support to the victims of a devastating fire and explosion that rocked the communities in February 2024 Osih stood amidst the remnants of the once bustling main market which had succumbed to a fierce blaze on February 22 described as one of the most destructive in the region's history leaving behind a trail of devastation worth millions of CFA francs Osih assured the affected individuals of the unwavering support of the SDF in their journey towards recovery Osih encountered the survivors of a tragic explosion that occurred during the Youth Day celebration on February 11 allegedly triggered by an improvised explosive device planted by suspected separatist fighters claimed the lives of at least two individuals and left numerous others Osih reassured the survivors that they were not alone in their healing process offering the support of the SDF in their time of need Osih emphasized the unwavering resilience of the people of the North West region they would overcome these adversities and pave the way for a brighter future Osih condemned the violence and bloodshed plaguing the region and federalism as the viable solutions to the longstanding Anglophone crisis Osih's advocacy for peace and unity resonates deeply within the community His efforts underscore a commitment to fostering dialogue and reconciliation offering a glimmer of hope in the face of adversity As the region navigates through these turbulent times Osih's leadership stands as a beacon of resilience and compassion guiding the way towards a path of healing and renewal Cameroon - The previously peaceful town of Nkambe in Cameroon's North-West Region has been shaken by a violent attack perpetrated by Ambazonian rebels from the "Ambazonia Defense Forces" (ADF) raises concerns about a potential escalation of the Anglophone Crisis took responsibility for the attack on his Facebook page His post highlights the ambazonian fighters' intent to inflict economic damage and target perceived representatives of the Cameroonian government Nkambe previously held the distinction of being the most peaceful town within the war-torn North-West Region following an earlier incident on February 11th where an explosive device targeted students last respects were paid to the four deceased in a ceremony chaired by West Governor accompanied by North West Governor on May 5 Наслаждайтесь азартом на любом устройстве! Скачайте мобильное приложение Vavada kz и играйте без блокировок Начните с приветственного бонуса и открывайте для себя турниры Offer your company and your employees the best information Take advantage of our preferential rates reserved for professionals Discover our digital subscription offers to find Cameroon-Tribune at home The second Mbororo Monarch of Wat in Donga-Mantung Division died on May 12 2023 at the age of 75 after reigning for 12 years The Fulani/Mbororo community in Cameroon is still mourning one of its leading traditional rulers the Lamido of Wat in Nkambe Central Subdivision Donga-Mantung Division of North West Region He was one of only two Lamidos in the North West Region (the other being the Lamido of Sabga in Mezam Division) Though his kingdom covers Donga-Mantung Division the huge influence of late Lamido Issa Demnsa revisits how she shot into national music limelight in 2021 Through her video of Witty Minstrel’s award-winning song “Be Proud!” Propelled by the ingenuity of her Could you please introduce yourself to our readers My parents are Njini Derick Jato and Jato Valerie Luna Donga-Mantung Division of the North West Region having grown up in the rural farming community of Binka I am also a Form Four student in the Cameroon College of Arts I was encouraged to sing by my grandfather who had a radio on which he loved listening to the music of Eboa Lotin I was impressed by the music of Charlotte Dipanda Afo-a-Kom and other folk or traditional music artistes But things became more serious as from the age of 12 when I began using the microphone to perform at small events I was already doing performances in school acting sketches at school graduation ceremonies How many singles and albums have you done so far I am still to studio-record any single or album of my own All the songs I have done were for competitions and for other occasions But I am working on my first album that will contain 12 tracks.  “Ngaatfu” (witches and wizards) I have also done “Elimba Dikalo” by Eboa Lotin “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” by The Tokens…  Next I intend to do “Mon cousin militaire” by Donny Elwood and “Lean On Me” by Akon “Tribute To Baby Kimora,” in memory of Carolouise Ndialle who was killed in Buea I believe Carolouise had a great future ahead of her I am happy it is getting good public response on my Facebook page I see myself as a young girl using her culture to reach out to the world; to show the world how beautiful culture is I was lucky to be connected to “Kids Hall Of Talents Foundation.” It has been helping to push my music career by nurturing and bringing out the talent in me Our music group is known as “Kids Hall Of Talents Foundation.” The Chief Executive Officer is Mr I select kids whose ages match what I want to do You and your group have a unique way of dressing You also select exquisite settings for shooting your videos We shoot our videos in the forest because I love nature Nature is a great source of inspiration to me - to compose songs and perform them This explains why our costume is entirely from nature – shredded fresh plantain leaves The costume is also a reflection of the rich culture of Wimbum people of Donga-Mantung Division in the North West Region.  When did you shoot your first video?  folk or traditional music; and African music in general The workshop on advocating climate adaptation policies and actions in Cameroon ended in Yaounde on September 13 “We would like community leaders to go back home and work with their people to define climate change adaptation strategies for their communities Amongst the workshop participants were farmer leaders who can work with other farmers to identify the climate risks and vulnerabilities they face; and the strategies to enhance their resilience and adapted capacities This was the main outcome of the workshop,” Eugene Nforngwa commented in Yaounde on Wednesday The workshop was on locally and community-led adaptation initiatives for communities to be in the driving seat of adaptation and policy at the local level Mangeh Justice Phil is a budding “Hip-hop Kolah” artiste who owes his renown largely to the song “Ah mae mukolah.” “I took to music for the love of it and in order to pass on my message to the public – and I think this is already happening My life’s dream is coming to pass through music and I feel fulfilled I will soon become a star,” says Mangeh Justice Phil The native of Bih village in Nkambe Central Subdivision “It is the story of the neighbourhood of the same name in Bih village. Those who hail from there are proud of their origin and generally excel in most spheres of life in our village. With time, the expression has come to refer to “proud” indigenes of Mbumland and Donga-Mantung Division in general,” explains Mukolah Mangeh began music in 2009 at the age of 21 doing Afro-pop before turning to traditional African music he began what he calls “Hip-hop Kolah,” singing in his mother tongue It comprises “Ah mae mukolah” (literally meaning “I’m a home child”; Nfuh (a traditional male Mbum dance) “Ee no matter what you see” (what you see does not matter “Ah mae mukolah” got him nominations at the 2017-2018 Wimbum Youth Awards in the Best Rapper and Best Cultural Artiste categories receiving a certificate of excellence from the Delegate for Arts and Culture for Donga-Mantung Division at a ceremony in the Nkambe Community Hall