
journal-du-cameroun1d ago
Cameroon concludes 8th International Archives week with focus on Digital Governance and Historical truth
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The 8th edition of International Archives Week in Cameroon has officially drawn to a close following a prestigious closing ceremony held in the national banquet hall. Solemnly presided over by the Minister of Arts and Culture, the event brought together a distinguished gathering of high-ranking dignitaries, including prominent representatives from the Sovereign Order of Malta, such as Grand Commander Fra’Emmanuel ROUSSEAU and Ambassador Jean Christophe HEIDSIECK.
Organized under the o...
journal-du-cameroun2d ago
Inter-State committee opens crucial talks in Brazzaville ahead of 45th UEAC Ministerial Council
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The heart of Central African sub-regional integration is currently beating in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. In a highly solemn atmosphere, the Inter-State Committee officially opened its working sessions on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
This crucial preparatory meeting serves as an indispensable milestone leading up to the 45th Ordinary Session of the Council of Ministers of the Central African Economic Union - UEAC, which is scheduled to take place on June 13, 2026.
The opening cer...
journal-du-cameroun3d ago
MINAT: Plan International and WHO to advance community development and Public Health
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The Minister of Territorial Administration - MINAT, Paul Atanga Nji, on June 10, 2026, granted a high-profile audience to the Country Director of Plan International Cameroon, Mohamed Ibrahima Bah, who was accompanied by his close collaborators.
This courtesy visit served as a platform to review and strengthen the long-standing institutional dialogue between the administrative authorities and the international non-governmental organization. The meeting unfolded in a remarkably cordial ...
journal-du-cameroun4d ago
SAGO 2026: Mincom unveils 15th Government Action Fair focused on Public-Private synergy
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The 15th edition of the Government Action Fair best known as SAGO officially commenced on June 8, 2026, at the Yaoundé City Hall esplanade, marked by an elegant opening ceremony.
Presided over by René Emmanuel Sadi, the Minister of Communication and Government spokesperson acting as the personal representative of Prime Minister Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, the event brought together numerous government officials, private sector executives, and international delegates.
Running until...
journal-du-cameroun5d ago
FECAFOOT partners with Turkey’s Memorial Hospital Group to guarantee advanced healthcare for Cameroonian footballers
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The Cameroon Football Federation - FECAFOOT has officially signed a landmark framework agreement with the Turkish Memorial Hospital Group and MEMORIAL Cameroon, aimed at transforming the medical care available to the nation's athletes.
Signed on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Yaoundé, the strategic partnership grants both current and former Cameroonian footballers direct access to top-tier healthcare services. A major highlight of the deal includes provisions for specialized medical evac...
journal-du-cameroun7d ago
MINAT joins the Triple Jubilee of the Pallottines, Spiritans, and Archdiocese of Yaounde
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The Basilica of Mary Queen of the Apostles in Mvolye became a vibrant center of celebration and prayer this June 6, 2026 for the triple jubilee of the Pallottine Fathers (125 years), the Spiritan Fathers (120 years), and the Archdiocese of Yaoundé (70 years).
The Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji, attended as the personal representative of the Head of State, Paul Biya. He joined a distinguished gathering that included the Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon and Equatori...
journal-du-cameroun8d ago
Industrial Pioneer: Doad Surjeet Singh honored as 2025 Best Manager in Cameroon
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The Association of Pan-African and Economic Journalists of Cameroon - RJPEC officially presented Doad Surjeet Singh, Managing Director of ACERO METAL Cameroon, with the prestigious 2025 Best Manager Award. Held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the company's metallurgical complex in the Douala-Bonabéri Industrial Zone, the ceremony highlighted Singh’s transformation of marshy terrain into a modern industrial powerhouse.
RJPEC President Victor Esso Tiki emphasized that the accolad...
journal-du-cameroun9d ago
Fighting fraud: Canada and IOM launch crucial anti-scam campaign for Cameroonian applicants
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As Cameroon cements its position as the top source country for French-speaking immigration to Canada from Sub-Saharan Africa, a massive surge in sophisticated visa scams has prompted immediate diplomatic intervention. On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the Canadian High Commission in Cameroon, alongside the International Organisation for Migration - IOM, convened an urgent information session for media professionals at the Starland Hotel in Bastos, Yaounde.
Officiated by High Commissi...
journal-du-cameroun9d ago
Spain and Cameroon partner to construct four strategic modular steel bridges
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The Minister of Public Works, Emmanuel Nganou Djoumessi, recently advanced Cameroon's infrastructural development by granting an audience to the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain and executives from CENTUNION S.A. on June 3, 2026.
The high-level meeting served as a platform to review the progress of a key initiative dedicated to constructing four modular steel bridges. These new structures are strategically designed to enhance transport connectivity and socioeconomic integration acro...
journal-du-cameroun11d ago
MINAT Boss cracks down on illegal mining and politicking in Bertoua
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Upin arrival in the East region of Cameroon, the Minister of Territorial Administration - MINAT, Atanga Nji Paul, concluded a high-profile working visit to Bertoua and surrounding localities. Chaired by the Minister, a comprehensive security meeting on June 1, 2026, thoroughly scrutinized the political, economic, and security situation of the region.
While commending the Governor, Senior Divisional Officers - SDOs, and Divisional Officers - DOs for successfully maintaining peace and s...
journal-du-cameroun12d ago
“Silence is not protection”: Plan International demands urgent action amid rising Child abuse and disappearances in Cameroon
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Violence against children in Cameroon has reached a critical breaking point, triggering a national emergency that demands immediate, collective intervention. An alarming surge in cases of rape, abduction, infanticide, and physical abuse has recently gripped public attention across several regions.
The crisis was thrown into sharp relief by the recent alleged sexual abuse of three-year-old Joyce Nawal at the Glory Olympic School in Odza, Yaounde. This harrowing incident has amplified nat...
journal-du-cameroun15d ago
Social Restaurant”: Source de Vie Association feeds Hundreds of vulnerable people in Yaounde
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The Source de Vie (Source of Life) association launched a free meal distribution campaign across several popular markets and neighborhoods in Yaoundé on May 28, 2026.
Dubbed the "Restaurant Social Gratuit" (Free Social Restaurant), this humanitarian initiative aims to support underprivileged individuals by offering them hot meals and a moment of comfort.
The second phase of the campaign took place this Friday, May 29, at the Mfoudi market in Yaounde’s municipality, where a long ...
journal-du-cameroun16d ago
Nkambe Regional Hospital Annex upgrades healthcare services
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The Nkambe Regional Hospital Annex has officially conducted the technical reception of modern medical equipment aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery and emergency response services in the North-West Region.
Funded under the 2026 Public Investment Budget of the North-West Regional Assembly, the 100 million FCFA project was awarded to Dreamland Connect PLC.
The contractor successfully completed the delivery ahead of schedule, fully respecting the 120-day execution deadline ...
journal-du-cameroun18d ago
Director of the ICAO Regional office for Western and Central Africa on official visit to Cameroon
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Mr. Romain EKOTO EKOTO, Director of the Regional Office of the International Civil Aviation Organization - ICAO for Western and Central Africa, is on a high-level strategic working mission in Cameroon. The meeting that began this May 26, will run through May 29.
Appointed to the head of this prestigious regional institution in 2023, he has since successfully guided ICAO's strategic directions across the sub-region.
Upon arrival in Yaounde, he headed to the Cameroon Civil Aviation Auth...
journal-du-cameroun18d ago
EU’s Diplomatic stance on Cameroon’s anglophone crisis sparks demands for direct sanctions
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During a ceremony marking Europe Day at the Yaoundé Hilton Hotel, the European Union Ambassador to Cameroon, Jean-Marc Chataigner, reiterated the EU’s commitment to supporting lasting peace, stabilization, and emergency humanitarian relief via ECHO in the conflict-ridden North West and South West regions.
While commending government initiatives aimed at restoring peace, the Ambassador emphasized that the EU stands firmly for open societies rooted in the rule of law, institutional tr...
journal-du-cameroun19d ago
Cameroon Champions water sustainability at Africa Day 2026 celebrations
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The Ministry of External Relations in Yaounde became the vibrant epicenter of continental unity this May 25, 2026, as Cameroon officially commemorated the 2026 edition of Africa Day.
In a ceremony chaired by the Minister of External Relations, H.E. Mbella Mbella, alongside Minister Delegate H.E. Felix Mbayu, the event brought together high-ranking government officials, special guests, and Heads of African Diplomatic Missions accredited to Cameroon. This year's celebration underscor...
journal-du-cameroun22d ago
EFO-CCAA inspires Next Generation of Aviation professionals at Yaounde 101 Air Base open house
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The Training School of the Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority - EFO-CCAA recently wrapped up a major three-day awareness campaign aimed at showcasing its specialized aviation programs.
Held from May 17 to 19, 2026, at Air Base 101 in Yaounde, the exhibition took place during the Open House Days of the Defense and Security Forces. The event served as a major eye-opener for a large crowd of curious visitors, students, and aviation enthusiasts who flocked to the school's booth to discover ...
journal-du-cameroun23d ago
Cameroonians celebrate National Unity Day with calls for peace and election readiness
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The population of Cameroon, both at home and abroad, vibrantly commemorated the nation’s 52nd National Unity Day on May 20th under the theme, "National Unity: Backbone of our Defense System, Bedrock of Cameroon's Development."
In the capital city of Yaoundé, a diverse crowd of young and old citizens gathered at the May 20 Boulevard for the traditional civilian and military march-past. The highly anticipated parade took place in the distinguished presence of President Paul Biya and First...
journal-du-cameroun25d ago
Communal Impact: Alain Christian Engoulou drives progress via “Yaounde 5 solidarity” Initiative
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The second edition of the "Yaounde 5 solidarity" initiative has yielded highly impactful results, showcasing a model of municipal development centered on community well-being.
Spearheaded by local municipal councilor Alain Christian Engoulou, the program looks past standard administrative frameworks to directly elevate local living conditions. Operating under the strategic vision of "Yaounde 5, Heart of Cameroon," the initiative is structurally built around three fundamental pillars: h...
journal-du-cameroun26d ago
Bangem Youths urged to embrace vocational skills and values for community leadership
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The Women’s Empowerment and Family Center in Bangem, Kupe Muanenguba Division, recently hosted the Young Stars Empowerment Day to inspire local youth to actively shape their futures.
Held under the theme “Raising Leaders: Early Skills, Values and Voice of Bangem’s Next Generation,” the event gathered over fifty young participants. Center Director Mwene Agnes Senge emphasized that the initiative aimed to equip attendees with the essential knowledge, self-reliance, and confid...
journal-du-cameroun1d ago
Three French Officers honored with Cameroon’s Order of Merit
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On behalf of President Paul Biya, the Minister Delegate at the Presidency in charge of Defence, Joseph Beti Assomo, decorated three French military personnel with the Medal of Knight of the Cameroonian Order of Merit on Friday, June 12, 2026.
The prestigious ceremony took place at the Hall of Acts of the Ministry of Defence in Yaounde. Conferred on an exceptional basis via a presidential decree signed on March 3, 2026, the distinctions honored Lieutenant-Colonel Stéphane Cotte, Lieu...
journal-du-cameroun2d ago
Camtel launches exhibition ahead of Cameroon’s first Telecom Museum
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Cameroon Telecommunications - CAMTEL has taken a historic step toward honoring its technological heritage by launching a landmark exhibition of its telecommunications patrimony at the corporation’s headquarters in Yaounde.
The grand opening that took place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, brought together top leadership, including Board Chairman Mohamadou Saoudi and the President of the General Assembly of Camtel, Ngolle Isaac Richard. This significant event marks the official beginning...
journal-du-cameroun3d ago
Cameroon launches inaugural AI Week to drive domestic scientific research and innovation
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The Minister of Scientific Research and Innovation, Dr. Madeleine Tchuinté, has officially launched the activities for the first edition of the Artificial Intelligence Week at MINRESI (SIA-MINRESI 2026).
Running from June 8 to 12, 2026, with technical backing from the French Embassy in Cameroon, this inaugural event centers around the theme: "Artificial Intelligence and Scientific Research." The initiative marks a significant milestone in national efforts to modernize Cameroon's sc...
journal-du-cameroun4d ago
Hundreds of Young Cameroonians Are Already Building AI Solutions for Urban Mobility and Smart Cities
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Yaoundé, Cameroon June 2026 Yango, an international technology company providing mobility and digital services, in partnership with Zindi, Africaʼs largest network for data scientists and AI builders, successfully hosted the 2026 Yaoundé Mobility Prediction Hackathon, bringing together young innovators from across Cameroon to develop practical solutions to real-world urban mobility challenges using artificial intelligence and data science.
Held virtually on April 18, 2026, the one-day...
journal-du-cameroun5d ago
Cameroon reschedules GCE Board Exams following confirmed leakage breaches
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The Government of Cameroon, through the Ministry of Secondary Education, has officially approved the emergency rescheduling of all remaining papers for the ongoing General Certificate of Education - GCE examination session.
Issued by the Minister of Secondary Education, Professor Nalova Lyonga, this strategic intervention follows a critical working session with the Head of the Transition Management Team of the GCE Board. During the deliberations, officials confirmed the f...
journal-du-cameroun8d ago
Yango Group Hosts Innovation Day 2026 in Abidjan
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More than 200 business leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and technology experts gathered in Abidjan on 4 June for Yango Innovation Day 2026, where Yango Group, a UAE-based technology company, showcased technologies used across its global markets, discussed the future of urban digital services in Africa, announced new local partnerships and recognised graduates of its Fellowship Programme.
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, 4 June 2026 — Yango Group, a UAE-based technology company, brought to...
journal-du-cameroun9d ago
Leveraging innovation and research to eradicate the Child Soldier phenomenon in Cameroon
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A crucial step toward protecting vulnerable youth was taken on June 3, 2026 as Professor Abdelkader Filali, President and CEO of the International Research Center on the Prevention of Child Soldiers - CIRPES, met with Cameroon's Minister of Youth and Civic Education, Mounouna Foutsou.
During the meeting, Professor Filali presented a sobering global overview of the child soldier crisis across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, identifying poverty, armed conflict, social exclusion, and...
journal-du-cameroun9d ago
Cameroon’s MINESUP signs strategic alliances with CAMTEL, SOPECAM, and CCAA to boost graduate employability
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In a major milestone for Cameroon's higher education ecosystem, the Minister of State, Minister of Higher Education, Professor Jacques Fame Ndongo, presided over the signing of three landmark partnership agreements in Yaounde on June 3, 2026.
Handled in conjunction with the top executives of Cameroon Telecommunications - CAMTEL, the Cameroon Press and Publishing Corporation (SOPECAM), and the Cameroon Civil Aviation Authority - CCAA, these strategic pacts are designed to grant stude...
journal-du-cameroun10d ago
Breaking the silence: Plan International Cameroon tackling period poverty through YEP
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The natural biological process of menstruation remains a significant hurdle for millions of women worldwide, but maintaining proper hygiene during this period is an entirely different battle. In rural and countryside settings, "menstrual poverty" severely affects young girls and women who lack financial means and physical access to basic sanitary products.
This systemic deprivation does not just compromise their health and dignity; it creates a harsh educational ...
journal-du-cameroun11d ago
Pro Meet Up 5: Shaping the future of regional trade and economic value chains
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The official launch ceremony for the 5th edition of the Pro Meet Up - PML5 took place on June 1, 2026, at the Hilton Hotel in Yaounde, Cameroon. Held under the theme "Integration corridors, catalysts for the development of sub-regional value chains," the high-level gathering was chaired by Jean Ernest Masséna Ngallè Bibehe, Minister of Transport and personal representative of the Prime Minister.
The event brought together a distinguished panel of Central African leaders, includin...
journal-du-cameroun12d ago
Outrage in Yaounde over alleged sexual abuse of toddler sparks protests and High-level Government probe
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A wave of profound indignation has gripped Cameroon’s political capital Yaounde following the alleged sexual abuse of a three-year-old pre-nursery pupil on May 25, 2025, at the Olympic Glory Bilingual Nursery and Primary School in the Odza neighborhood.
The harrowing incident sparked massive street protests, drawing crowds predominantly of women who marched to the school with the Ministry of Basic Education to denounce violence, rape, and kidnappings targeting minors.
Demonstr...
journal-du-cameroun15d ago
Breaking the Taboo: Yaounde hosts aiden “My Free Period” Festival to champion menstrual dignity
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The persistent social stigma surrounding female personal hygiene and menstruation remains a critical global concern in the 21st century. To confront these challenges, the world observes the International Day of Action for Women's Health and Menstrual Hygiene every May 28th.
Marking this year's celebration, the Women's Smiles Association (l’association Sourires des femmes) officially launched the maiden Cameroonian edition of the “My Free Period” festival (Festival mes menstrues libres) ...
journal-du-cameroun17d ago
SNH Female delegation explores parliament and showcases ambitious industrial projects ahead of Mother’s Day
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It was in an atmosphere of conviviality that a high-level female delegation from the National Hydrocarbons Corporation - SNH paid a courtesy visit to the Paul Biya Glass Palace in Yaounde on May 26, 2026.
Led by Nathalie Moudiki, Executive Advisor No. 2 at the General Management and Head of the Judicial Department, the immersive visit served a dual purpose: celebrating the upcoming Mother’s Day on May 31 and deepening the participants' understanding of the inner workings of Cameroon's le...
journal-du-cameroun18d ago
Grégoire Owona takes over leadership of Cameroon National Olympic Committee following death of Colonel Kalkaba Malboum
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The Board of Directors of the Cameroon National Olympic and Sports Committee - CNOSC convened an extraordinary session on Monday, May 25, 2026, at its headquarters in Yaounde to restructure its executive leadership following a sudden institutional vacuum.
The emergency meeting was prompted by the death of the committee's long-serving president, Colonel Hamad Kalkaba Malboum, who passed away on May 13, 2026. In a unanimous decision, the board resolved to organize an official t...
journal-du-cameroun18d ago
Youth mentor Bongkem Eric Babah launches first book in Buea
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Cameroonian youth mentor, financial analyst, and entrepreneur Bongkem Eric Babah has officially entered the literary world with the release of his debut book, Shifting Blames to Self.
The highly anticipated launch event took place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the Praise Baptist Church in Buea, South West Region. Attracting a diverse audience of young people, church members, students, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, the gathering served as a powerful platform to promote pers...
journal-du-cameroun21d ago
End of an Era: Fonka Shang Lawrence’s family pays last tribute to late Cavaye Yeguie Djibril
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The passing of the Right Honourable Cavaye Yeguie Djibril, the long-serving former Speaker of the National Assembly of Cameroon, has sent waves of grief across the nation's political landscape. In a poignant demonstration of national solidarity and shared history, the family of the late Right Honourable Fonka Shang Lawrence—Djibril’s immediate predecessor at the helm of the parliament—issued a formal message of condolence from Yaounde on May 22, 2026.
Signed by their legal repres...
journal-du-cameroun22d ago
Ngand Biton 2026: Palm nuts drive Cameroon’s push for economic sovereignty
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The assembly hall of the Edéa City Hall became the epicenter of Cameroon’s agricultural future on Thursday, May 21, with the official opening of the third edition of the International Palm Nut Festival, Ngand Biton 2026.
This three-day event brings together an enthusiastic crowd of administrative authorities, municipal officials, traditional chiefs, village farmers, and agro-industrial stakeholders. Focused on the core theme of "sustainability, self-sufficiency, and youth integ...
journal-du-cameroun23d ago
Fresh Dignitaries and Chadian forces highlight Cameroon’s 54th National day
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Cameroon celebrated its 54th National Day on May 20, 2026, marking the historic 1972 referendum that transformed the country from a federal structure into a unified, unitary Republic.
Presided over by President Paul Biya and First Lady Chantal Biya at the iconic 20th May Avenue in Yaounde, this year's event offered a masterful blend of military precision, civilian patriotism, and regional diplomacy.
Beyond the traditional pageantry, the 2026 celebrations stood out due to a profound shif...
journal-du-cameroun26d ago
Yango Group launches Yango Tech in Africa with AI and digital infrastructure solutions for businesses and public sector organizations
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The company expands beyond consumer services to offer AI consulting, smart city technologies and AI implementation programmes across African markets.
Kigali, Rwanda, 18 May 2026 Yango Group announced the launch of Yango Tech in Africa, expanding the company’s presence in the region with a portfolio of AI and digital infrastructure solutions for businesses, city authorities and public-sector organizations.
The expansion marks Yango Group’s move beyond consumer-facing services in Afri...
journal-du-cameroun26d ago
Maurice Kamto and the CRM deliver essential aid to disabled center in Ebolowa
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The national president of the Cameroon Renaissance Movement CRM, Maurice Kamto, led a humanitarian delegation to the South Region to support vulnerable populations.
The high-profile visit took place at the Père Monti Center for the Disabled in Ebolowa, a faith-based institution widely recognized for providing care, rehabilitation, and social integration for individuals with physical disabilities.
Upon their arrival, the CRM delegation was received by the center's administrat...
journal-du-cameroun2d ago
Célestine Ketcha Courtès elected to the Board of Directors of Shelter Afrique Development Bank
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Cameroon has just recorded a major victory during the 45th Annual General Meeting - AGM of Shelter Afrique in Rabat, Morocco, with the election of Minister Célestine Ketcha Courtès to the prestigious position of Board Director representing the countries of Central Africa.
Facing a competing bid from the Gabonese Minister in charge of urban planning, Cameroon's Minister of Housing and Urban Development widely won the trust and support of her peers. To champion this candidacy, the Min...
journal-du-cameroun2d ago
Economic inclusion of young people: The contribution of the World Bank
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The Secretary-General of the Ministry of Youth and Civic Education - MINJEC Benga Zachée Robert Théophile, on behalf of the Minister, received a World Bank identification mission on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The mission focused on the Program-for-Results - PforR for social protection and the economic inclusion of young people.
The main purpose of this working session was to present strategic directions for ensuring the long-term sustainability of youth economic inclusion. Emma Wadie ...
journal-du-cameroun3d ago
Cameroon’s Parliament opens June session with sharp focus on cost of living and mining sector reforms
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The Second Ordinary Session of Cameroon’s Parliament opened on June 10, 2026, with a resounding call to address the most urgent socio-economic hardships facing the population.
Delivering the opening address at the National Assembly, the House Speaker, the Right Honourable Theodore Datouo, explicitly outlined the daily struggles of ordinary citizens. He emphasized that the rising cost of living, steep youth unemployment, and inadequate access to vital public infrastructure—including healt...
journal-du-cameroun4d ago
Traditional Ruler of Bokwaongo celebrates maiden anniversary with massive Community support and cultural honors
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The traditional ruler of Membea Bokwaongo in Buea, HRM Chief Albert Njie Mbonde, has marked the first anniversary of his accession to the throne by reinforcing his commitment to inclusive leadership and social cohesion.
In a grand celebration held at the chief's palace on Monday, June 8, 2026, the 3rd Class Chief brought together administrative authorities, political leaders, religious figures, and a large crowd of residents. The milestone event beautifully intertwined cultura...
journal-du-cameroun5d ago
Hon. Mbe Assae Mendomo Theodore Alexandre laid to rest with state and legislative tributes in Essong
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Honourable Mbe Assae Mendomo Theodore Alexandre has been laid to rest in his native village of Essong amid an atmosphere of deep emotion, solemn tribute, and a remarkable public turnout.
Before his passing, the distinguished Member of Parliament represented the Dja and Lobo constituency under the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement - CPDM. He left an indelible mark on the legislative institution, serving with distinction as the Chairman of the Committee on Economic Affairs, Programming...
journal-du-cameroun8d ago
Railway Transport: The Édéa–Kribi–Lolabé–Campo Railway project reaches a decisive milestone
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Cameroon has just taken a major step forward in implementing its transport infrastructure development policy. On Thursday, June 4, 2026, a Memorandum of Understanding - MoU for the construction of the Edéa–Kribi–Lolabé–Campo railway line was signed at the Star Land Hotel in Yaounde.
This MoU was concluded between the State of Cameroon, represented by Jean Ernest Masséna NGALLÈ BIBEHÈ, Minister of Transport - MINT, the Africa Global Logistics - AGL S.A.S consortium, and CAMALCO Camero...
journal-du-cameroun9d ago
Empowering Women in Cameroon: Driving climate adaptation and inclusive resilience
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IOM Cameroon recently joined forces with the National Assembly of Cameroon, key government ministries, and international partners for a landmark conference titled "Women, Climate Adaptation, and Territories." Organized by the initiative Femme Adapt Climat and supported by Migrations & Climat International, the gathering brought together technical experts, institutional leaders, and prominent women changemakers.
The event served as a critical platform to address the compounding ...
journal-du-cameroun9d ago
Cameroon launches operation AALFA to clean up public payroll and audit family allowances
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Meeting in Yaounde on June 3, 2026, the Steering Committee for the Family Allowance Audit Operation - AALFA held its first session under the chairmanship of the Minister of Finances, Louis Paul MOTAZE. This initiative is part of the government's ongoing efforts to clean up the payroll database and achieve sustainable control over public spending.
The Minister of Finances, Louis Paul MOTAZE, opened the proceedings of this first session of the Committee responsible for steering the Fami...
journal-du-cameroun10d ago
Cameroon Government unites to declare total war on femicide and Child abuse
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In response to the numerous sexual violence and child abuse perpetuated on the Cameroonian youth, with the most recent one being the alleged rape of three-year-old Pauline Joyce Nawal, a high-profile joint press conference was convened on June 1, 2026, in the auditorium of the Ministry of Communication. It brought together key government officials to address the alarming surge in extreme violence across Cameroon.
Spearheaded by Communication Minister René Emmanuel Sadi, alongside the...
journal-du-cameroun12d ago
MINAT Boss Paul Atanga Nji launches security and development tour in East region
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The Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji, has kicked off an official working visit to Cameroon's East Region to evaluate its security landscape and socio-economic dynamics.
Upon his arrival at the Bonis checkpoint in Bertoua, the minister was received by the Governor of the East Region, Grégoire Mvongo. A diverse delegation of administrative authorities, defense and security forces, traditional rulers, and vibrant local cultural dance groups gathered to welcome the...
journal-du-cameroun12d ago
Cameroon’s East Region set for Economic and sporting boost at Bagofit 2026 dual event
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The third edition of the Chantal Biya International Mountain Bike Race and the inaugural Bagofit International Business Week 2026 were officially launched on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, during a high-profile press conference in Douala.
The dual initiative was presented by Joseph Lé, Cameroon's Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reform, who also serves as the event's promoter. Following an initial mobilization campaign in Yaounde on April 30th, the minister strategically...
journal-du-cameroun16d ago
Tabaski: Thousands gather for Tabaski 2026 across Cameroon
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Across Cameroon, the Muslim community gathered in massive numbers on May 27, 2026, to celebrate Eid El-Kebir, popularly known as Tabaski.
From the northern hubs to the North West region, the festivities were marked by deep spiritual devotion, symbolic sacrifices, and a shared commitment to communal harmony. High-ranking traditional rulers, such as the Lamido of Garoua, alongside regional governors and administrative authorities, joined the faithful, underscoring the national importance ...
journal-du-cameroun17d ago
SDF at 36: Joshua Osih unveils “Campaign Locomotive” for electoral victory and issues bold call to Cameroonian youth
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As the Social Democratic Front - SDF celebrated its 36th anniversary on May 26 2026, the party Chairman Hon. Joshua Osih announced the upcoming launch of the "Campaign Locomotive for Electoral Success."
Scheduled to be unveiled on June 13, 2026, during the National Executive Committee meeting in Bamenda, this new national mobilization strategy aims to significantly strengthen the party's political machinery and grassroots organization. According to Osih, the initiative is...
journal-du-cameroun18d ago
Senegal’s power struggle deepens as Ousmane Sonko secures dramatic election as Parliament speaker
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Senegal’s political landscape was upended on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, following a dramatic political comeback by former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, who was elected President of the National Assembly.
This swift development unfolded just four days after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Sonko from his government, exposing a severe and rapidly growing rift within the ruling movement. Despite reported efforts by President Faye to block the process through the Constitut...
journal-du-cameroun18d ago
Boosting enrollment and Nutrition: Plan International Cameroon launches School Canteen project in Soa
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Plan International Cameroon, in partnership with Plan International Canada and the World Food Programme - WFP, have officially launched the Home Grown School Feeding - HGSF program to combat student absenteeism and malnutrition in Cameroon’s Adamawa, East, and Center regions.
Financed with an overall budget of 95,739,804 CFA francs, this vital humanitarian initiative targets 17 municipalities, 49 schools, and 24,149 young beneficiaries. By establishing school canteens that serve safe, ...
journal-du-cameroun22d ago
CAMTEL’s Director General honored for advancing fiber optic expertise in Cameroon
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The Fiber Optic Association - FOA, a globally recognized authority in fiber optic certification, has officially issued a letter of recognition to Judith Yah Sunday Achidi, the Director General of CAMTEL.
This international honor highlights her visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to elevating Cameroon's telecommunications infrastructure. The acknowledgment directly follows CAMTEL’s successful initiative to train and certify 130 local technicians as Certified Fiber Optic Tech...
journal-du-cameroun22d ago
Team analysis and expected outcome of the Fulham vs Newcastle match
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Fulham will be facing Newcastle on the 24th of May, 2026, and this article provides all the important details of the match. Football fans in Cameroon will also discover data-backed predictions for the match and the importance of Linebet in betting on that game.
About the match
The Newcastle – Fulham match is a Round 38 game, making it one of the last games of the season. It will be played at Craven Cottage in London, the home ground of Fulham.
Key players
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