NEW: The Effects of the US Foreign Aid Freeze on Freedom House a Cameroonian journalist who has been unjustly imprisoned since December 2016 is hopeful that President Donald Trump will continue to call out the Biya regime’s abuses and push for democracy in Cameroon When the news that Donald Trump had been reelected reached my cell in Cameroon’s Yaoundé Central Prison I felt despair because it was a reminder that I have been wrongfully imprisoned for eight years—I was arrested in December 2016 in the wake of his first electoral victory President Trump took important action to hold the government of Cameroon accountable and I am hopeful that he will continue to call out the Biya regime’s abuses and push for democracy in Cameroon This topic is not just a professional interest but a personal one as well: I am from Bamenda I was arrested while filming a demonstration at which police shot and killed four people The police seized and destroyed my camera and tortured me into signing a false confession after an unfair trial in which I was not even allowed to call defense witnesses I was convicted on a variety of baseless charges and sentenced to 15 years in prison marked the eight-year anniversary of my detention If this is to be the last Christmas that I celebrated in prison and if human rights in Cameroon are to stand a chance then the Trump administration will once again need to step up And third, with Cameroon’s October 2025 presidential election fast approaching, the Trump administration should emphasize in all its meetings with Cameroonian officials that a free and fair election cannot occur without a free and independent media. While there are many restrictions on the media that need to be addressed perhaps the most important—and the easiest for the government to fix—is the detention of journalists who criticize its actions The United States should therefore demand that I and the other detained journalists be released before the election so that we—and the many others who have been intimidated into silence—can do our jobs.  Free Them All: The Fred Hiatt Program to Free Political Prisoners is named in honor of pathbreaking American journalist and former Washington Post editorial page editor Fred Hiatt and seeks to challenge the unjust imprisonment of human rights defenders and prodemocracy activists around the world Freedom in the World has been widely used by policymakers Donate today to help us ensure the future of this vital resource.  From the Africa English Newsroom Sister Amy A. Wright, First Counselor in the Primary General Presidency, and Sister Kristin M. Yee Second Counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency visited the Yaounde Mission of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Cameroon on February 15 Traditional Cameroonian dancers and welcome remarks by Essomba, a young boy from the Nkomo Branch Primary, greeted the General Officers. Elder Christophe G. Giraud-Carrier Second Counselor in the Africa Central Area Presidency She reminded parents of their sacred duty to raise children in love and righteousness to meet their physical and spiritual needs to teach them to love and serve one another She highlighted that children are the hope and progressive strength of the Church Sister Yee took time to minister to a few Relief Society sisters before attending the leadership instruction meeting where she stressed the importance of sisters’ ministering visits and the role they play alongside priesthood holders She urged listeners to keep in mind the Savior’s mission “There is no greater calling than to serve one’s neighbor,” she said She emphasized that callings should not be seen as achievements; what is most important is to be of help in Christ’s work and to one’s neighbor he may guide us to be focused on our families and other days he may guide you to go to a meeting you were not expecting or to minister in a way you were not expecting,” said Sister Yee and he can help us prioritize our days to have peace Sister Yee met with young single adults in an afternoon devotional together with Elder Giraud-Carrier She invited them to strengthen and deepen their relationship with Heavenly Father because they will find strength and confidence in Him She reminded them to also make studying the words of the Prophet Elder Giraud-Carrier concluded the meeting with a reminder that young single adults are children of God and His only desire is that we can grow and develop ourselves,” he said the General Officers will continue their tour in the Africa Central Area in Addis Ababa You are about to access Constant Contacts (http://visitor.constantcontact.com) You are now leaving a website maintained by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints We provide the link to this third party's website solely as a convenience to you and security practices that differ from those on our website By referring or linking you to this website we do 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commitment” to the principle that “no one should die from malaria given the tools and systems available.” Success in reducing malaria morbidity and mortality will hinge on efforts by countries to translate this political commitment into actions and resources that will save lives An official website of the United States government A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website Share sensitive information only on official Emergency Information for American Citizens What a joy and an honor it is to be here at TEDx Yaoundé I want to thank our remarkable hosts – Nadia Habsatou and Freddy Tchala – for bringing this powerful platform to life When I received the invitation to speak on the theme “Limitless: Redefining Success,” I found myself reflecting on my professional and personal journey I’ve had the privilege of witnessing extraordinary innovation across cultures What I’ve learned is that our greatest breakthroughs come not from individual genius alone but from our capacity to collaborate across differences and to act with compassion as well as conviction in our rapidly evolving world Since its inception in 1984 by its founders Richard Saul Wurman and Harry Marks TED has transformed from a one-off conference exploring the convergence of Technology and Design into a global platform that champions ideas worth spreading This evolution mirrors our own human journey What began as intimate conversations among innovators has blossomed into a worldwide movement proving that when ideas transcend borders and disciplines let’s take a moment to explore the theme of today’s event We live in a world that often tells us what success should look like—wealth But what if everything we’ve believed about success is incomplete “Limitless” …  This is not just a word A shift in how we see the world—and how we see ourselves within it Limitless is a word that speaks deeply to me—not only as an individual but as the representative of a country often defined by its belief in what’s possible:  The American Dream A place where people cross oceans and deserts with nothing but a dream and previously unimaginable futures from the ground up In the United States—the country of Uncle Sam and Silicon Valley—we grow up believing that big dreams are not only allowed We’re taught that it’s okay to imagine boldly it’s the land of possibility — where “No” isn’t the end of the conversation who left Nigeria to study in the United States and went on to become one of the world’s most influential authors She didn’t wait for permission to tell her stories — she wrote boldly who dropped out of college and started Apple in a garage He didn’t just sell computers—he revolutionized how the world connects and creates a college dropout who coded through the night to build Facebook a platform that reshaped how billions communicate and do business but because he dared to imagine beyond them I’m not me saying you need to drop out of school to change the world We already have enough “tech geniuses” who can’t remember their passwords But what I am saying is this:  these people succeeded not because they followed a map but because they trusted a vision and kept moving even when the path wasn’t clear  That’s the culture of innovation and reinvention that pulses through places like Silicon Valley — where failure isn’t feared And where no one waits for permission to dream bigger I know what you’re thinking:  That’s America But here’s what I believe:  Limitless is not a location It lives in every young woman in Yaoundé coding an app by candlelight It lives in every entrepreneur selling from a street corner and every innovator who refuses to let circumstances define their ceiling Those who embrace collaboration over competition It isn’t just about individual achievement; it’s about collective elevation True success must be measured not by what we accumulate a group of Cameroonian friends and 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attended by Chenmoun Oumara Secretary-General of the Cameroonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs National Coordinator of the Cameroonian NDDRC; the Japanese ambassador to Cameroon; a number of heads of diplomatic missions and diplomats and representatives of several UN agencies Former UFC heavyweight champion and PFL fighter Francis Ngannou was involved in a devastating incident MMA star Francis Ngannou shows off eating Easter food back in Cameroon he is willing to take on Francis Ngannou next Ngannou who is back in Cameroon reportedly suffered an accident that shook the city of Yaoundé According to reports from AfroBallers and local outlets such as Cameroon Concord Ngannou was riding a motorcycle when he suffered the acccident He then struck av victim who was returning from on the same path The collision reportedly resulted in severe injuries prompting Ngannou and the victim involved with the Yaoundé General Hospital for emergency care Further details about Ngannou’s involvement and the victim will be added later as more information becomes available PAY ATTENTION: Check out Bet Of The Day page - we provide expert tips a Cameroonian native who rose to global fame through his prowess in mixed martial arts is said to be "devastated" by the incident the exact circumstances of the crash remain unclear and Cameroonian authorities have launched an investigation to determine the factors leading to the accident Ngannou was in Cameroon and even posed to celebrate the Easter holiday with food before the accident has long been a source of national pride for Cameroon having overcome immense hardships to become a global combat sports icon Former champion has hailed Evra ahead of his MMA debut Paris Saint-Germain's top scoring forward is a doubt for the Champions League semi-final second leg clash against Arsenal FIFA has relegated one African club over match-fixing allegations Time and where to watch Nigeria's Efe Ajagba take on Congo's Martin Bakole in a fight for African boxing 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against Cameroon's Francis Ngannou Former UFC titleholder Francis Ngannou has purportedly been involved in a deadly motorbike crash in Cameroon was riding the motorcycle when he was involved in a collision with a 17-year-old girl in the Omnisports district of Yaounde Even though the actual circumstances of the accident remain mysterious it is reported that the lady suffered serious injuries to her arm and leg The boxer rushed her to the hospital himself before she passed on at Yaounde General Hospital The boxer catered for the medical expenses It is said that the Ngannou has been left devastated by the fatal accident The pugilist is an iconic figure in his country due to his life-inspiring story He worked in sand mines before becoming a world mixed martial arts titlist this new situation adds salt to an injury for the athlete who in August 2024 encountered the painful death of his 15-month-old son have called out to authorities to clarify whether the lady’s death was tantamount to her injuries or a probable case of medical negligence “Respecting the procedure is respecting the equality before the law,” said lawyer Christian Ntimbane during a presser She commanded that Ngannou be presented before the public prosecutor by the Cameroonian justice system Ngannou specialized in professional boxing and went back to MMA under the Professional Fighters League banner The accident is the latest tragic incident linking the pride of Cameroon who came into the boxing world in October 2023 and March 2024 for face-offs with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua was gifted with knocking down the WBC world heavyweight title-holder Tyson Fury in their 2023 bout in Riyadh despite it being the former UFC icon’s professional boxing debut The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee We protect displaced people and support them as they build a new future The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas brings renewed hope to Gaza and we are 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the highlights of the week was the visit to the Port of Luanda Angola’s main seaport and its most important logistical infrastructure Eduardo António Samba for organizing the visit to the Port of Luanda Subscribe ahead of the extraordinary Conference of the Heads of State of the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC) convened at the initiative of Cameroon’s President Paul Biya and the current CEMAC President Faustin Archange Touadera of the Central African Republic The first arrival was Prime Minister Anatole Collinet Makosso of the Republic of Congo He was welcomed at Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport by Cameroon’s Prime Minister Next to arrive was Gabon’s Transitional President, Brice Oligui Nguema who was warmly received by the Prime Minister and greeted by Gabonese nationals residing in Cameroon He was welcomed by Cameroon’s Minister of Territorial Administration A detachment of the Presidential Guard paid honours to each visiting leader with the military band playing the CEMAC anthem Each leader took time to interact with their compatriots present at the airport before heading to the Hilton Hotel where they will reside temporarily during the summit Leaders from Equatorial Guinea and the Central African Republic are expected to arrive on the morning of the conference.  The extraordinary summit comes against the backdrop of economic and monetary challenges facing the CEMAC sub-region Disruptions in the region’s economic stability have arisen partly due to delays in the implementation of recommendations and commitments made during the 2016 Yaoundé summit leaders are expected to review the sub-region’s economic and monetary situation and take decisive actions to stabilise macroeconomic indicators The conference will provide a platform for concerted efforts to ensure the stability and resilience of the region’s economy in the thick of ongoing challenges and media personality with a deep passion for storytelling She brings narratives to life with a distinctive blend of empathy and insight aiming to inspire transformative conversations a former close associate of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and a notable… Cameroon hosts experts across sectors to combat AMR through a One Health approach Yaoundé – Africa’s observance of World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) began today with a high-level official opening ceremony in Yaoundé and youth leaders in a united front to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) “It represents one of the most serious threats to the world today AMR is particularly devastating for our health systems with repercussions on economic development reflects Africa’s dedication to reducing AMR - a growing public health challenge that threatens human emphasizes the need for cross-sector collaboration to preserve the effectiveness of antimicrobials driven by the misuse and overuse of antibiotics across sectors where resistance rates are rising and threaten decades of progress in disease control WAAW is a collaboration in Africa each year spearheaded by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) the AU Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) The involvement of these diverse organizations underscores the need for a One Health approach an integrated strategy recognizing the interconnectedness of human and environmental health to mitigate AMR effectively Speaking on behalf of the Assistant Director General and Regional Representative for Africa FAO Subregional Coordinator for Central Africa emphasised that the population growth in Africa put a lot of pressure on food demand in agriculture that translates to high production of food of animal origin and crops that associated with the use of antimicrobials “FAO mandate covers antimicrobial stewardship over a variety of disciplines such as aquatic and terrestrial animal heath “With an estimated 60 to 75 percent of emerging human pathogens originating from animals the responsible use of antimicrobials in animal health is critical” says Huyam Salih Director of the African Union Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) The week-long event features a series of impactful activities and field visits to showcase ongoing efforts to tackle AMR across sectors As AMR is a major health threat that could cause up to 4.1 million deaths annually across Africa by 2050 if unchecked this year’s observance comes at a crucial time Key messages throughout the week will stress the urgent need for responsible antimicrobial use and stronger surveillance to protect public health Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Raïssa Litete Beyande [email protected]    [email protected]    [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]  [email protected]  [email protected] [email protected]   [email protected] [email protected] The battle against malaria remains a serious public health challenge particularly in sub-Saharan Africa where the disease burden is unacceptably high Despite significant advances in curbing malaria in the period 2000–2015 the pace of progress in recent years has levelled off and the World Health Organization (WHO) and the RBM Partnership to End Malaria catalysed the launch of the “High Burden to High Impact” (HBHI) initiative in a group of 11 countries – mainly in Africa – that together account for more than 70% of the global malaria burden (Fig HBHI is a targeted approach aimed at accelerating progress by increasing political commitment utilizing local evidence for decision-making providing improved technical guidance and enhancing coordination efforts success in implementing HBHI has been hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic and weak health systems that fail to equitably deliver malaria interventions represented a critical platform for reinvigorating the response to malaria in HBHI countries and beyond scientific innovation and community engagement to reshape the trajectory of malaria control in high burden countries with a view to achieving the 2030 global malaria targets Co-hosted by WHO and the Government of Cameroon the meeting brought together more than 400 stakeholders including Ministers of Health and senior representatives from HBHI countries and other partners (see Annex 1 for the agenda and the list of speakers) Ministers of Health from six HBHI countries (Burkina Faso Sudan and Uganda) signed the “Declaration for accelerated malaria mortality reduction in Africa” pledging their unwavering commitment to the principle that “no one should die from malaria given the tools and systems available” They also committed to seven key actions that are summarized in this report: Ministers of Health of the five remaining HBHI countries (Democratic Republic of the Congo Niger and United Republic of Tanzania) were represented at the conference by high-level government officials the Ministers from these countries had also signed the Declaration Unveiling Tomorrow's Cameroon Through Today's News April 29  — Days after initial reports of a fatal motorcycle accident involving Cameroonian mixed martial arts star Francis Ngannou calls are mounting for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 22-year-old Ntsama Brigitte Manuella Ngannou struck Manuella while riding a motorcycle in the Omnisport district of Yaoundé The former UFC heavyweight champion immediately transported her to the General Hospital and assumed responsibility for her medical expenses the young woman succumbed to her injuries shortly after undergoing surgery sparking public debate over both the accident and the quality of emergency care in Cameroon and public figures have urged authorities to clarify whether Manuella’s death was the result of her injuries or a possible case of medical negligence “Respecting the procedure is respecting the equality before the law,” said lawyer Christian Ntimbane who demanded that Ngannou be presented before the public prosecutor in line with Cameroonian criminal law has received both support and criticism online Prominent voices like activist Valsero argue that legal steps must be taken regardless of his public stature drawing comparisons to past road accidents involving other public figures that allegedly went unpunished have defended Ngannou’s immediate response alleges the cause of death may have been a failed anesthesia during surgery — a theory that remains unverified Cameroonian hospitals have previously faced criticism over patient safety standards Ngannou’s legal status remains unchanged as of Monday The incident has reopened a broader conversation in Cameroon around justice 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 Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa to Conduct Engagement with U.S Military service members from Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) Embassy in Yaoundé in support of theater security cooperation efforts for the region will be used to transport the visiting CJTF-HOA personnel Through regular collaboration and coordination with the Cameroon government the United States Embassy remains committed to fostering resilience and providing timely support to those affected by disasters and humanitarian crises var tve_dash_front = {"ajaxurl":"https:\/\/cm.usembassy.gov\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php","force_ajax_send":"","is_crawler":"","recaptcha":[],"turnstile":[],"post_id":"18258"}; and to all the organizers of the Book Fair for your welcome Embassy and I are honored and proud to return to the Yaoundé International Book Fair reaffirming our commitment to cultural and educational diplomacy in Cameroon All of you already know that my last name is Lamora But what you may not know is that my great-grandparents came to the United States from Quebec where they were French speakers and their last name was “Lamoureux.”  I’m sharing this little piece of our family history because although we’re no longer called that I still consider myself a true “amoureux” … of books  My first discovery of Cameroonian literature was “The Poor Christ of Bomba” by Mongo Beti a novel offering a profound and thought-provoking insight into Cameroon’s colonial past particularly “Cruel City,” which examines Euro-African relations and the lasting impact of cultural exchange; perspectives that continue to shape Cameroon’s identity today The first book I read by any African author was “Things Fall Apart” by the Nigerian writer Chinua Achebe which—like “The Poor Christ of Bomba”—explores the impact of cultural encounters on individuals and societies “The Invisible Man” by American author Ralph Ellison written in the same decade as Mongo Beti’s work deals with powerlessness and identity struggles the protagonists confront social constraints and external forces that dictate their destiny whether colonial domination or cultural upheaval offering us profound reflections on resistance I want to emphasize the importance of reading as a tool for education and lifelong learning; crucial skills for Cameroon’s future leaders The Peace Corps program in Cameroon is one of the many initiatives through which the U.S the Peace Corps has sent thousands of volunteers to Cameroon as teachers where they teach either English as a foreign language or math and science in secondary schools across the country Access to books and digital learning tools can sometimes be difficult due to cost I encourage you to take advantage of our American Spaces across Cameroon to help fill these gaps American Spaces offer free access to books and Garoua provide a welcoming environment for reading a dynamic engagement space with digital demonstration stations highlighting American educational resources as well as information on academic opportunities in the United States age is just a number… Just like the numbers we see on each page of a novel… And it’s up to us to turn the pages to discover what will happen in the next chapter Let’s work together to strengthen the culture of reading which empowers individuals and strengthens communities across Cameroon var tve_dash_front = {"ajaxurl":"https:\/\/cm.usembassy.gov\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php","force_ajax_send":"","is_crawler":"","recaptcha":[],"turnstile":[],"post_id":"19060"}; Renowned Cameroonian boxer and former UFC heavyweight champion has found himself at the center of a tragic incident following a deadly traffic accident in Yaoundé According to reports from whistleblower group N’zui Manto Ngannou was reportedly riding a motorcycle when he struck a young girl The accident occurred under unclear circumstances and the young victim was immediately rushed to the Yaoundé General Hospital Ntsama succumbed to her injuries during surgery aimed at saving her arm and leg The tragic news has sent shockwaves throughout the nation sparking heated debates online and renewed concerns over road safety and celebrity accountability in Cameroon Francis Ngannou had not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident It also remains unclear whether local law enforcement authorities have opened a formal investigation into the matter or whether Ngannou could face legal consequences The death of Ntsama Brigitte Manuella adds another layer of public scrutiny around high-profile figures and their conduct in public spaces Calls for a transparent investigation are mounting with many Cameroonians demanding justice for the young victim This incident marks a somber moment in the life of Francis Ngannou a global sports figure who rose from poverty in Cameroon to achieve international fame through boxing and mixed martial arts Further developments are expected as authorities and Ngannou's representatives respond to growing public pressure Metrics details Gender-based violence (GBV) is a major public health problem that disproportionately affects women GBV has immediate effects on women’s health with one in three women experiencing physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner affecting their physical and reproductive health The objective of this study was to determine the health risks associated with GBV among women in Yaoundé A cross-sectional study was conducted in Yaoundé (Cameroon) Adverse health outcome included mental disorders Tests of associations were used to establish relationships between qualitative variables Associations were further quantified using crude odds ratio (OR) for univariate analysis and adjusted odds ratio (aOR) for multivariate analysis with 95% confidence interval (CI) Independent variables included: Physical violence Variables with p-value˂0.05 were considered statistically significant A total of 404 women aged 17 to 67 years were interviewed Emotional violence was the most commonly reported violence (78.8%) physical violence (45.8%) and sexual violence (33.7%) The main reasons for violence were jealousy (25.7%) insolence (19.3%) and the refusal to have sexual intercourse (16.3%) The prevalences of adverse health outcomes were physical trauma (90.9%) Most victims reported at least one of the above-mentioned conditions (80.2%) Women who were victims of any kind of violence had a higher likelihood of experiencing adverse health outcomes: physical violence [OR = 34.9 p = 0.001]; and emotional violence [OR = 2.9 p = 0.001] remained highly associated with an increased likelihood of having adverse health outcomes This study underscores the urgent need for comprehensive interventions to address GBV including improved reporting and documentation of cases increased awareness among healthcare providers the establishment of support networks for victims It is essential that the Government of Cameroon through the Ministries in charge of Health and Women’s Empowerment minimizes the health effects of GBV through early identification and treatment of GBV survivors by providing them with high-quality health care services Regarding the institutional framework for the fight against GBV in Cameroon; in accordance with Decree N°2011/408 of December 09 2011 on the organization of the Government the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family is responsible for the development and implementation of measures relating to the respect of women’s rights and the protection of the family creates within this Ministry a Department for the Promotion and Protection of the Family and Children’s Rights with certain responsibilities relating to the prevention and management of conjugal 2005 on the organization of the Ministry of Social Affairs assigns to it; among other missions; the social protection of children whose courts enforce laws against conjugal whose health units provide care for survivors of violence the National Commission on Human Rights and Freedoms which can be contacted by any citizen in the event of human rights violations; the Secretary of State for Defense whose services conduct judicial investigations in cases of violence against citizens and are responsible for the physical protection of survivors; the General Delegation for National Security which handles complaints relating to conjugal including the physical protection of individuals several development partners support the government’s efforts to combat conjugal The government’s efforts are usefully complemented by a host of civil society organizations working in general to protect human rights and in particular those of the most vulnerable no study has examined the health effects of GBV in Yaoundé the present study aimed to fill this gap by identifying the health risks associated with GBV in Yaoundé The study population consisted of all victims registered in two organizations that implement GBV interventions in Yaoundé and who gave their informed consent to participate All eligible women (428) of these two organizations were contacted for the study; about 95% (404) of victims of GBV consented to participate in the study types of gender-based violence (emotional violence It was code as 1 (yes) if an individual had at least one of the above-mentioned conditions Data were collected and recorded using an Epi-collect 5 mobile application and were analyzed using IBM-SPSS (version 26.0) Categorical variables were presented as numbers and percentages and quantitative variables expressed as mean and standard deviation (since they all do not deviate from normal distribution) the associations between variables were assessed by the Chi-square test (or Fisher’s exact test where applicable) and quantified using Odds Ratios (OR) with 95% confidence interval (CI) associations were assessed using a multiple binary logistic regression model and quantified using adjusted odds ratios (aOR) Variables with p-values less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant The researchers addressed a request for research authorization to the chairpersons of the two organizations implementing GBV interventions in Yaoundé After obtaining the necessary authorizations the researchers were granted permission to access the registers and contact details of the victims the researchers explained the purpose of the study to the victims and obtained their informed consent to participate followed by the collection of data The study was approved by the Centre Regional Ethics Committee for Research in Human Health (Ethical approval number: CE-N°00709/CRERSHC/2022; July 26 2022) and the University of Douala (Ethical approval number: 3307/CEI _Udo/06/22T; June 22 The study was conducted in accordance with the ethical principles of the World Medical Association’s Declaration of Helsinki Participants personal identities and other private information were anonymized Table 1 presents the distribution of 404 victims of GBV according to their socio-demographic characteristics Participants aged 17–67 years with an average of 30.8 ± 8.3 years with age group 20–29 years being the most represented (46.9%) Most of victims had completed secondary education (57.9%) 13.4% had primary education (13.4%) and 6.9% had no formal education (6.9%) Most of victims were single (60.4%) and 17.1% were married in monogamous relationships Half (52.2%) of victims of GBV were unemployed Four over ten (41.1%) were from the Centre region (41.1%) About 45% of the victims reported a history of family violence 57.7% reported being sometimes afraid while 21.3% reported never being afraid The most prevalent type of violence was emotional (78%) followed by economic violence (56.9%) and physical violence (45.8%) One-third of victims reported sexual violence (33.7%) Social violence was the least commonly reported type of violence (8.2%) Figure 1 shows that the most prevalent health effect was physical trauma (90.9%), followed by mental disorders (70,5%), gynaecological trauma (38.4%), and behavioral disorders (29.7%). 80.2% reported experiencing at least one health effect The main reasons for violence (Table 2) The likelihood of experiencing health effects was significantly higher among women who experienced physical violence [OR = 34.9, CI(10.8-112.9), p < 0.001], economic violence [OR = 2.4, CI(1.4–3.9), p = 0.001], and emotional violence [OR = 2.9, CI(1.7–4.9), p < 0.001] (Table 4) Table 5 presents the results of the multiple binary logistic regression of the association between health effects and significant variables at univariate level Physical violence remained significantly associated with an increased likelihood of experiencing health effects (aOR = 15.4 single women certainly have sexual partners who probably disrespect and despise them leading to GBV Men give less consideration to women who are not their wives when they are involved in an intimate relationship Jealousy can stem from feelings of insecurity The prevalence of fear among victims towards their husband/partner underscores the psychological impact of GBV but most healthcare providers fail to diagnose and record it due to socio-cultural and traditional barriers and poor clinical practice with limited direct communication and inability to perform a complete physical examination let alone record and monitor the effectiveness and quality of care fear of violence and stigma reduce the willingness of many victims to seek health care The vast majority turn to informal networks of friends and community members for help the findings of this study underscore the need to consider socio-demographic characteristics when developing interventions to prevent and respond to GBV Comprehensive interventions that address the multiple forms of violence that women may experience should involve a range of stakeholders and should prioritize the safety and well-being of survivors of GBV Strengths of this study include its comprehensive analysis of the relationship between 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INQUIRY. 2021. https://doi.org/10.1177/00469580211047197 Download references Our gratitude goes to all those who agreed to participate in this study This study received no specific funding or grant from any agency in the public Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences Adidja Amani & Fabrice Zobel Lekeumo Cheuyem Justine Laure Menguene Mviena & Magloire Biwole Sida Christelle Mbe Anastasie & Justine Laure Menguene Mviena Christelle Mbe Anastasie & Marie Nicole Ngoufack Program for the Advancement of Surgical Equity and CMA conceptualized and designed the study and MAC developed the research question and planned the analysis and DDFN provided statistical knowledge and skills in running analyses KO oversaw the fieldwork and data collection All authors reviewed and commented on subsequent drafts of the manuscript Ethical clearance number 3307 CEI _Udo/06 /22T of 22 June 2022 of the University of Douala and Clearance number CE-no 00709/CRERSHC/2022 of 26 July 2022 of the Centre Regional 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of their offers 73.1% of those surveyed said they had logged in to the Internet the day before.Social media use remains high with 86.1% of individuals registered on at least one social media network; Facebook still leads the way followed by TikTok Of those registered on at least one social media network Proportion observed in the sample or on a target in the sample Used to assess whether the difference between 2 proportions is significant at the 95% threshold President Paul Biya signed three decrees authorizing the Minister of Economy to secure a total of CFA 112.5 billion from three international banks The funds will be used for the reconfiguration of the water supply system in Yaoundé the Minister will borrow €73.1 million (CFA 47.9 billion) from ING Bank of Belgium These funds will support the first phase of the project At the same time, €60 million (CFA 39.36 billion) will be raised through Belfius Bank of Belgium for the second phase while Deutsche Bank will provide €38.53 million (CFA 25.27 billion) for the third phase This project is an extension of the existing water supply initiative known as Paepys which was completed and inaugurated in 2024 Paepys focused on drawing water from the Sanaga River to provide a new water treatment plant in Batschenga with a capacity of 300,000 cubic meters per day the Ministry of Water and Energy notes that while this infrastructure helps close the existing gap of 215,000 cubic meters currently lacking in Yaoundé the Akomnyada station still only produces 100,000 cubic meters a day while the demand stands at 315,000 cubic meters certain areas of the city remain underserved due to the outdated water distribution network This highlights the need for a full reconfiguration of the system to accommodate the new production capacity Kribi Bitumen Plant Set to Start Construction in 2025 with Government Backing CEMAC Bond Market Hits CFA 8.45 Trillion in March 2025, Interest Rates Drop Cameroon’s Timber Output Projected to Rise in 2025 Despite Higher Export Taxes Central Africa Stock Exchange Sees 98% Drop in Trading Value in Q1 2025 Every week the economy and investment news from Cameroon Mboa Paris Trains 30 Young Cameroonians to Boost Tech and Entrepreneurship Cameroon Audit Targets Former Officials for Mismanagement in Agricultural Project Camwater Seeks Global Bids to Launch Bottled Water Lines in Five Cities Bafoussam Workshop Highlights Benefits of Cameroon-EU Trade Agreement Cameroon Could Reach 350,100 Tons of Cotton in 2025 (Beac) Paul Biya Appoints Johnny Razack as Chair of Cameroon’s National Investment Company Cameroon Refuses Work Visa Renewal for Casino and Super U Boss Over Toxic Workplace Claims Cameroon Joins Global Charter to Fight Illegal Fishing Cameroon – March 2025 – The Salesians of Yaoundé have joyfully announced the acquisition of a new home dedicated to the city's street children— a place of shelter and education for young people in vulnerable situations as the young beneficiaries themselves took part in the initial cleanup efforts they worked together to make the house a clean and welcoming space This collective effort not only showcases their willingness to be involved but also reflects the hope and dignity they find in this new chapter of their lives The Salesian home will not just be a refuge but a place where these young people can rebuild themselves “Through the activities we will organize—literacy programs spiritual and moral support—we want to provide them with an environment where they feel loved and supported in their life journey,” say the Salesians of Yaoundé “We thank God for this great opportunity and express our gratitude to everyone who contributes to this Salesian mission in service of the most vulnerable May this house truly be a home of fraternity and hope for all who enter its doors,” conclude the Sons of Don Bosco ANS - “Agenzia iNfo Salesiana” is a on-line almost daily publication the communication agency of the Salesian Congregation enrolled in the Press Register of the Tibunal of Rome as n 153/2007 This site also uses third-party cookies to improve user experience and for statistical purposes By scrolling through this page or by clicking on any of its elements the leading waste management company in Cameroon’s urban areas presented 10 new trucks to Yaoundé’s mayor as part of its logistics renewal program and the company plans to acquire a total of 80 trucks In addition to the 10 trucks being deployed in Yaoundé 10 more trucks are set to be delivered in the coming days to Douala "The first two waves of 20 trucks will be followed by 60 additional 'Paris-type' trucks in the coming months These new trucks are equipped with waste covering systems to prevent litter from flying off during transport between collection points and processing centers," a Hysacam source shared will enhance the company’s capacity to manage waste which has been facing a waste crisis for several months over a year after the expiration of its previous contract in December 2023 Hysacam secured a new contract with the City of Yaoundé (CUY) and received a start-up order for its activities in the capital "The strengthening of our fleet with this first wave of 10 trucks for Yaoundé will support the successful implementation of the urgent waste cleanup operation launched by the Prime Minister this operation will lead to the total elimination of identified garbage piles in the city a truck renovation program will be rolled out to restore regular collection in neighborhoods door-to-door collection will be systematically implemented in Yaoundé households," Hysacam emphasized questions remain about the effectiveness of the waste cleanup throughout the year The new contract divides the city into four zones: Lot 1 was declared unsuccessful following the CUY’s tender process This situation has led to Hysacam’s withdrawal from Yaoundé 6 as waste collection in Yaoundé 3 was assigned to Thychlof Sarl in 2023 Sources familiar with the matter suggest that the contract with this newer less equipped company will be renewed this year the challenge of managing waste in Yaoundé 6 will need to be addressed Given the urgency and worsening sanitation conditions in the capital resolving this issue may require a direct contract with one of the two competing companies beyond the contracting of waste collection companies payment of invoices to service providers remains a persistent issue Hysacam has had to suspend operations due to employees demanding unpaid salaries which result from the public treasury's failure to pay the company for 85% of its services This backlog of unpaid bills is partly due to inadequate funding allocated for waste collection in the country Despite the introduction of a special excise tax for waste management in the 2019 budget the expected benefits have not materialized leaving the sector with ongoing structural challenges ECCAS and Gulf of Guinea Commissions (GGC) and the International Coordination Centre (ICC) in collaboration with Expertise France and the GGIN II project met from 18 to 20 February in Abidjan in the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire for the second technical meeting on the transfer of the Yaoundé Regional Architecture Information System (YARIS) to the ‘Yaoundé Architecture’ maritime information management system The main purpose of this meeting is to review and validate the roadmap and actions to be taken for the transfer of YARIS to the YAOUNDE architecture and for its sustainable funding after the end of the GoGIN II project The meeting was attended by maritime experts from the countries of the Gulf of Guinea representatives of regional and international institutions representatives of the Multinational Maritime Coordination Centres (MMCCs) the Regional Maritime Safety Centre for West Africa (CRESMAO) the Regional Maritime Safety Centre for Central Africa (CRESMAC) and development partners including the European Union and implementation partner Expertise France indicated the need to find a way of maintaining the YARIS system even beyond the GOGIN II project The Deputy Head of the European Union Delegation to Côte d’Ivoire expressed the European Union’s willingness to continue working with its partners to support solutions that will enable regional ownership of maritime safety solutions such as YARIS which links more than 160 maritime centres in 19 countries Speaking on behalf of Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of State Permanent Secretary of the Interministerial Committee for State Action at Sea in Côte d’Ivoire recalled the strategic nature of this transfer of YARIS which constitutes ‘a crucial step in the empowerment of States and the improvement of maritime safety in the Gulf of Guinea’ The Head of the Regional Security Division of the ECOWAS Commission representing Ambassador Abdel-Fatau Musah (PhD) thanked the European Union and Expertise France for their support in the framework of the GOGIN II project and the YARIS platform He also stressed the importance of ensuring the sustainability of this platform and its successful transfer to the beneficiary maritime centres Ministers of Health from African countries with the highest burden of malaria committed today to accelerated action to end deaths from the disease They pledged to sustainably and equitably address the threat of malaria in the African region which accounts for 95% of malaria deaths globally The Ministers further pledged to increase health sector investments to bolster infrastructure personnel and programme implementation; to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration; and to build partnerships for funding they expressed their “unwavering commitment to the accelerated reduction of malaria mortality” and “to hold each other and our countries accountable for the commitments outlined in this declaration.” co-hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Government of Cameroon civil society organizations and other principal malaria stakeholders The ministerial conference has four key aims: review progress and challenges in achieving the targets of the WHO global malaria strategy; discuss mitigation strategies and funding for malaria; agree on effective strategies and responses for accelerated malaria mortality reduction in Africa; and establish a roadmap for increased political commitment and societal engagement in malaria control “This declaration reflects our shared commitment as nations and partners to protect our people from the devastating consequences of malaria We will work together to ensure that this commitment is translated into action and impact,” said Hon Manaouda Malachie The African region is home to 11 countries that carry approximately 70% of the global burden of malaria: Burkina Faso Progress against malaria has stalled in these high-burden African countries since 2017 due to factors including humanitarian crises low access to and insufficient quality of health services biological threats such as insecticide and drug resistance and global economic crises Fragile health systems and critical gaps in data and surveillance have compounded the challenge Funding for malaria control globally is also inadequate US$ 4.1 billion – just over half of the needed budget – was available for malaria response Globally the number of cases in 2022 was significantly higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic rising to 249 million from 233 million in 2019 the African region saw an increase in cases from 218 million to 233 million The region continues to shoulder the heaviest malaria burden representing 94% of global malaria cases and 95% of global deaths the world has made significant progress against malaria in recent decades and yet that progress has stalled,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus “The COVID-19 pandemic and long-standing threats like drug and insecticide resistance pushed us further off-track with critical gaps in funding and access to tools to prevent country ownership and the commitment of a broad coalition of partners we can change this story for families and communities across Africa.” To help accelerate efforts to reduce the malaria burden WHO and the RBM Partnership to End Malaria launched the “High burden to high impact” approach in 2018 a targeted effort to accelerate progress in countries hardest hit by malaria The declaration signed at today’s conference is aligned with the “High burden to high impact” approach which is founded on four pillars: political will to reduce malaria deaths; strategic information to drive impact; better guidance policies and strategies; and a coordinated national malaria response “Malaria continues to cause preventable deaths in children and great devastation to families across our region We welcome today’s ministerial declaration which demonstrates a strong political will to reduce the burden of this deadly disease,” said Dr Matshidiso Moeti “With renewed urgency and commitment we can accelerate progress towards a future free of malaria.” WHO recommends robust commitment to malaria responses at all levels particularly in high-burden countries; greater domestic and international funding; science and data-driven malaria responses; urgent action on the health impacts of climate change; harnessing research and innovation; as well as strong partnerships for coordinated responses WHO is also calling attention to the need to address delays in malaria programme implementation (Business in Cameroon) - The heads of state from the six CEMAC countries are scheduled to meet on December 16 in Yaoundé confirmed by sources within the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Central African States (BEAC) will focus on the growing economic challenges in the region The gathering is so serious that a session of BEAC’s Monetary Policy Committee set for the same day has been postponed The leaders will particularly discuss the region’s declining foreign exchange reserves which are crucial for funding imports of goods and services These reserves managed collectively and partly (50%) held in the French Treasury’s Operations Account excluding the budgetary support already received BEAC projected that reserves would cover 4.5 months of imports by the end of the year these projections included the budgetary support already received and expected particularly from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) which should further improve the external reserves of CEMAC states The summit is therefore scheduled to address these challenges and find ways to stabilize the region’s economy The Economic Policy Training Program (GPE) of the University of Yaoundé II and the Central African Republic may not receive the expected IMF support unless regional leaders commit to reforms aimed at reducing macroeconomic instability is also expected to attend this crucial summit The decline in CEMAC’s foreign exchange reserves is mainly due to the low repatriation of export earnings by companies in the extractive industries Despite efforts from BEAC to enforce new regulations Official sources reported that only 35% of export earnings in foreign currencies have been repatriated It is also important to point to Gabon’s decision in November 2024 to prepay 50% of a Eurobond totaling CFA180 billion out of a CFA376 billion debt was funded through local borrowing in CFA francs This move reduced the foreign currency reserves managed by CEMAC countries at the French Treasury The Republic of Congo’s debt restructuring plan is also raising concerns Congo plans to reschedule the repayment of CFA2,314 billion in treasury bonds over the next 10 years This operation raises concerns about the risks it could pose to the CEMAC banking sector which holds about 80% of the public securities issued by the states in the community Banks act as Primary Dealers (SVT) on the BEAC securities market and on the unified CEMAC financial market (BVMAC) “If the debt restructuring is not well managed leading to penalties and higher interest rates in the future This could damage Congo’s reputation with investors and creditors making it harder to secure new financing,” says Professor Viviane Ondoua Biwole Critical Situation in the CEMAC Zone: The Sword of Damocles Wielded by the IMF she warns that the debt restructuring could weaken the region’s financial system With banks holding a large portion of the public debt poor management or delays in repayment could cause financial losses and undermine their stability and ability to lend The CEMAC banking system is already in a fragile state such loans increased by nearly 11% in one year The American credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has downgraded Congo’s credit rating due to the announced debt restructuring S&P lowered the country’s rating by four levels from “B-” to “CC,” just two steps above default S&P predicts that the interest rates for Congo’s debt restructuring will be higher than originally planned Congo would have to stick to the original repayment plan which requires nearly CFA1,500 billion to be paid by the end of 2026 This would worsen Congo’s financial situation The country is already spending over 60% of its domestic revenue on debt servicing Congo’s debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to reach 94.5% by the end of 2024 This crisis mirrors a similar situation in December 2016 when CEMAC heads of state met to address economic vulnerabilities 21 resolutions were made to stabilize the region’s economy Professor Ondoua Biwole questions whether the return to instability in 2024 indicates a failure of the reforms put in place after that summit 2024 (WAFA) – The 50th session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) kicked off today in the Cameroonian capital with the participation of the State of Palestine themed "Development of Intra-OIC Transport and Communication Infrastructure: Major instrument in the fight against poverty and insecurity," Prime Minister of Cameroon Jospeh Ngute stressed the centrality of the Palestinian question to the OIC as well as the need to implement the two-state solution and immediately cease the ongoing Israeli genocidal aggression against the Palestinian people gave a comprehensive briefing to the attendees on the latest developments on the Palestinian area as he made note of President Mahmoud Abbas’ plan to visit the war-torn Gaza Strip the expanding wave of recognition of Palestinian statehood and support for Palestine’s bid for full membership of the United Nations said that the OIC was proceeding with its efforts aimed at addressing the implications of the Israeli aggression against and reinforcing the resilience of the Palestinian people on their land and defending their inalienable legitimate rights a subsidiary of the French media and entertainment giant Lagardère According to a statement released on March 31 he will officially open the first Aelia Duty-Free stores at Yaoundé-Nsimalen Airport on April 10 The event will also be attended by the Cameroonian Minister of Transport CEO of Lagardère Travel Retail for West Africa Bousso had signed a 10-year concession agreement with Aéroports du Cameroun (ADC) on September 11 for the design and operation of duty-free shops at both Douala and Yaoundé’s international airports Lagardère Travel Retail views this project as “more than just a commercial expansion.” “This move is part of a strong ambition: to stimulate the regional economy and provide travelers with a rich and memorable experience,” the company emphasized are located in the heart of the passenger terminals They were built in collaboration with local Cameroonian companies specializing in commercial design “These local artisans handled the entire project from construction to custom-made furniture have been created,” Lagardère Travel Retail added Lagardère Travel Retail is a global leader in the travel retail industry the company operates more than 5,000 stores Under the leadership of Dag Rasmussen since 2011 the company is further solidifying its presence in Central Africa If you feel this is an error, please submit a support request Junior Starlets left the country on Wednesday morning with back-to-back World Cup tickets in mind and PS Mwangi backed the Mildred Cheche coached side to upstage Cameroon after going down in the first leg of the third round of the qualifiers at Nyayo Stadium last Sunday Speaking during his visit at the team’s camp Mwangi praised the youngsters’ resilience and determination Reaching this stage is a testament to their determination it’s our duty to support and develop their talent and we’ve also promised to reward them—not just to motivate them but to keep the spirit of the game alive,” he said Team captain Halima Imbachi acknowledged the pressure and called on Kenyans to rally behind the team even as she apologised for losing in the first leg I want to apologise to Kenyans—we didn’t win at home Please continue supporting us and keep us in your prayers I believe we’ll come back with a win,” she said Cheche remains optimistic they will overturn the first leg result and punch a ticket to the grandest stage-the World Cup to be held in Morocco in November but we have everything to play for—and they [Cameroon] have everything to lose The second half of the first leg showed our potential with the number of chances we created,” said Cheche “We need to instil even more mental toughness and fighting spirit and scoring an early goal to turn the tide in our favour.” Victory in Yaoundé will mark a historic feat for the Junior Starlets following their maiden appearance in the Dominican Republic in 2024 Cameroon – March 2025 – The 10th edition of the Youth Spirituality Weekend was a remarkable success gathering up hundreds of young people from diverse backgrounds and parishes across Yaoundé all designed to foster a sense of community and spiritual growth Pilgrims of Hope in the World" resonated deeply with attendees who explored the intersection of faith and daily life inspired by the Jubilee Year’s message to all Christians Key moments included the welcome address by Fr The closing Mass was presided over by Bishop Christopher Zoa of the Catholic Diocese of Sangmelima The event sparked meaningful discussions and reflections as young participants eagerly shared their experiences and spiritual insights in an atmosphere filled with joy Minister of Public Works Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi officially launched the design and construction of Phase 2 of the Yaoundé-Douala highway According to the Ministry of Transport’s communication services this progress reflects the recent visit of President Paul Biya during which the highway was a key topic in discussions between Cameroonian and Chinese officials The Yaoundé-Douala highway has been a major project in talks between Cameroon and China During the 4th Forum on Sino-African Cooperation (Focac) President Biya urged for increased Chinese investment in Cameroon’s road infrastructure He mentioned the imminent launch of second-generation structural projects including Phase 2 of the Yaoundé-Douala highway in his discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping This phase aims to improve connectivity between Cameroon’s two major cities and facilitate trade within Central Africa The work will strengthen the Douala-N’Djamena The project also seeks to support the development of the localities along this route Minister Nganou Djoumessi noted that the partnership with China First Highway Engineering Corporation (Cfhec) stems from the strong ties between Cameroon and China as well as the quality of work done by the company in the first phase of the project (60 km) The decision to select Cfhec was made by the presidency concluding a selection process that began in March 2020 to identify firms to help the government with financing the government opted for a direct contract with the subsidiary of the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) Nganou Djoumessi assured residents about compensation related to the project He urged the community to be civic-minded and not hinder progress An assessment report of the affected properties has been completed The total estimated cost for Phase 2 is nearly CFA880 billion The construction will follow a unit price contract allowing the company to be paid based on the work completed The project is divided into five sections: Bibodi-Bodmon (39.5 km) The work is expected to be finished within 36 months It is important to note that after four amendments took more than eight years to complete and cost nearly CFA350 billion compared to an initial contract of CFA284 billion (Business in Cameroon) - The Yaoundé’s Urban Community relies heavily on a small number of taxes to fund its operations more than 72% of its revenue comes from just five main sources The largest contribution comes from the Additional Municipal Taxes (CAC) a local tax that accounts for 54.8% of the city’s income Other significant sources include business taxes (6.2%) These figures were revealed at a financial performance review workshop held on March 27 The workshop was part of the DA-15 project an initiative launched by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (Uneca) to help African cities improve their financial management after the COVID-19 pandemic Yaoundé is the only French-speaking city participating in this project alongside cities like Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) explained that the goal of the DA-15 project is to help local governments develop strategies for recovery after the pandemic The project also aims to support the creation of resilient fiscal systems that allow cities to achieve their national goals includes a number of recommendations for increasing the city’s income Among these suggestions are the diversification of revenue sources by focusing on profitable investments digitizing the financial collection system for better efficiency and investing in productive assets that generate more income The report also stresses the need to strengthen internal control systems and ensure that financial reports are accurate A young woman, Ntsama Brigitte Manuella, has died after being struck by a motorbike reportedly ridden by Francis Ngannou the former world heavyweight champion of the PFL The accident occurred while Manuella was returning home from an outing with friends the collision was violent and Ngannou is said to have immediately rushed to her aid personally transporting her to the General Hospital of Yaoundé Despite undergoing emergency surgery for severe injuries to her leg and arm The news of her passing has left her family in deep mourning Sources close to Ngannou report that he is devastated by the incident and has taken full responsibility for covering all medical expenses This tragic incident has reignited concerns about road safety and the responsibilities of drivers in Cameroon Many are now questioning what the Cameroonian law stipulates in cases of involuntary manslaughter and whether despite Ngannou being a celebrity could face legal consequences for the accident The circumstances surrounding the collision continue to cause public outcry with many mourning the loss of a young life full of promise Local authorities are being urged to seriously investigate in the issue The incident also draws similarity with a 2021 case involving rapper Tenor who was implicated in a fatal accident that claimed the life of a young student while he was allegedly driving under the influence Tenor was arrested following the crash but was later released les actualités camerounaises et la revue de presse Lebledparle.com à ne pas manquer “Many are now questioning what the Cameroonian law stipulates in cases of involuntary manslaughter and whether despite Ngannou being a celebrity could face legal consequences for the accident” how should being a celebrity make difference?? Δdocument.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()) Actualité du Cameroun ce matinFrancis Ngannou Lebledparle.com is a site dedicated to news in Cameroon news from Cameroon and all useful information analyzes and all the news in real time and continuously (Business in Cameroon) - The Urban Community of Yaoundé has outlined 59 public contracts worth CFA16.8 billion for 2025 according to the Ministry of Public Procurements Most of these projects will focus on maintaining urban roads and acquiring office supplies and vehicles One of the key projects this year is the rehabilitation of the road from Carrefour Vogt to the Basilica Mvolyé Work is expected to begin in June and conclude by February 2026 Another major contract involves routine maintenance of paved roads across the city scheduled to begin in March with a budget of CFA1.4 billion covering the stretch from Plateau Minkoameyos to Nkol Nkoumou and crossing the Anga’a River The city also plans to install an interconnected solar-powered public lighting system is set to begin in June and be completed by December The project’s management cost has been estimated at CFA256 million Additional projects include the rehabilitation of the Feux Marché Madagascar–Carrefour Entrée Cité-Verte road for CFA828 million Phase I of drainage work at the Mbankolo market is budgeted at CFA740 million A bridge will be built over the Mefou River on the Afanoyoa road for CFA740 million Housing plots on a municipal site will be developed for CFA370 million Vegetation clearing and roadside cleaning will cost CFA370 million Routine maintenance and rehabilitation of public lighting networks in the city’s seven districts are expected to cost CFA552 million the city council approved a CFA40 billion budget for 2025 About 61% of this budget will go toward investments (Business in Cameroon) - The Cocoa & Coffee Festival is set to return to Yaoundé organized by the Interprofessional Cocoa and Coffee Council (CICC) will showcase the best of Cameroon’s cocoa and coffee with support from both local and international partners “Cocoa and Coffee: Excellence with the Youth,” highlights the importance of involving young people in these key industries the festival will feature a variety of events and ongoing tastings of cocoa and coffee products The Cocoa & Coffee Festival was established in 2024 following the merger of two earlier festivals—Festicacao It has quickly become the leading public event in Central Africa celebrating these two sectors The festival not only highlights the many opportunities within Cameroon’s cocoa and coffee industries but also encourages local consumption of these products This year’s edition promises to continue the tradition of celebrating Cameroon’s rich agricultural heritage while fostering a deeper connection between the youth and the country’s thriving cocoa and coffee sectors A shocking revelation by whistleblower N’zui Manto has sparked outrage in Yaoundé Women who recently gave birth are reportedly being detained in hospitals alongside their newborns due to unpaid medical bills ranging from 100,000 to 500,000 FCFA (approximately $160 to $800 USD) leaving many mothers unable to settle their debts and regain their freedom Some of the women have been held for months highlighting a systemic crisis in Cameroon’s healthcare infrastructure At the Gynaeco-Obstetric Hospital in Yaoundé multiple women and their newborns remain confined These detentions have led to the deaths of at least two infants whose remains are reportedly being stored in the hospital morgue The incident underscores the deep-rooted problems in Cameroon’s healthcare system which whistleblower N’zui Manto and medical professionals say is woefully underdeveloped even 64 years after the country gained independence expressed his concerns in an open letter to President Paul Biya in 2022 He described the state of healthcare in Cameroon as dire “Health services are riddled with challenges and seeking medical treatment often becomes a harrowing ordeal.” The absence of robust public healthcare and the prevalence of unpaid medical bills have left many citizens in a precarious situation with patients effectively imprisoned in medical facilities shedding light on a recurring issue in Cameroon’s hospitals Detention of patients over unpaid bills is not an isolated incident but rather a systemic problem exacerbated by economic inequality and inadequate social support The revelations have sparked widespread condemnation and renewed calls for healthcare reform in Cameroon Critics argue that holding patients hostage for unpaid bills is both unethical and inhumane particularly when it involves vulnerable mothers and newborns these women and their families remain in limbo caught in a cycle of poverty and an underfunded healthcare system Pressure is mounting on the government to address the situation and ensure that no more lives are lost in captivity due to an inability to pay The question remains: how much longer will Cameroon’s citizens have to endure a healthcare system described by experts as “a path of suffering” (Business in Cameroon) - Work on Phase 2 of the Yaoundé-Douala highway has been at a standstill since November 2024 according to Cameroon’s Ministry of Public Works has been delayed on the first 28 kilometers due to disputes with local residents demanding compensation for land acquisition a critical step to prepare the area for road construction and ensure safety Public Works Minister Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi visited Bibodi in the Nyong-et-Kellé department on February 14 He met with affected residents to hear their concerns locals insisted that compensation must be paid before construction resumes The minister assured them that no property would be destroyed without prior compensation He also urged the community to support the project emphasizing the economic benefits the highway would bring to the region the minister announced the creation of a local monitoring committee chaired by the regional prefect and including representatives of the affected communities He also noted that there were no major settlements in the first few kilometers of the construction zone he proposed clearing a 2 to 5-kilometer stretch of land to allow work to begin while compensation issues are being resolved The Ministry of Public Works pledged to mobilize the necessary funds to compensate those affected along this section “This is the condition the residents set for accepting the project,” the minister stated adding that a confrontation with the community was out of the question The construction firm Cfhec said it was ready to resume work as soon as the compensation matter was settled In a previous meeting with local representatives in January 2025 Minister Nganou Djoumessi had already acknowledged the compensation concerns He explained that full compensation payments could not be made before construction begins he proposed establishing a "useful work zone," reducing the area to be cleared from 200 meters to 100 meters He also reassured residents that they would not be displaced without compensation Cfhec has indicated that it is willing to make early payments to avoid further delays Compensation issues were a major sticking point in Phase 1 of the project the minister had announced in October 2024 that compensation payments would be made in advance to ensure a smooth start While the exact compensation amounts and the number of beneficiaries have yet to be finalized an initial list of recipients has been published to allow people to report any omissions Phase 2 of the highway is expected to cost nearly CFA880 billion and is divided into five sections: Bibodi-Bodmon (39.5 km) The project is scheduled to be completed within 36 months took more than eight years to complete due to multiple delays and cost overruns the final cost rose to nearly CFA350 billion after four contract amendments