Over the past few months, many government critics, including opposition leaders and journalists, have been jailed or forced into exile
The strongman thrives on populism, low civic involvement, political elitism, fear, poverty, illiteracy and the abuse of the rule of law
The repressive regime is forcing opposition parties to put their heads together and get creative
The body of Martinez Zogo, a critic of private and public transgressions, was found five days after he disappeared, showing signs of torture
Collapsed Cameroonian embankment kills 14 funeral attendees, including survivor’s mother, brother and best friend.
The world-famous footballer ran a stunning political campaign to win the top job at Cameroon’s football federation. Does he have his sights set even higher?
A child was among the dead, while 38 were injured as fans attempted to enter the Olembe Stadium where the hosts Cameroon were playing the Comoros, according to figures released by the country’s health ministry.
Cameroonian President Paul Biya ordered an investigation into the tragedy that occurred on Monday as crowds attempted to enter the Olembe Stadium in the capital Yaounde to watch the host nation play the Comoros
The 2021 tournament dates have changed twice, first because of fears that torrential seasonal rains could affect the tight schedule, and then because of the pandemic.
With Mondays enforced as off-days from work in conflict-ridden Cameroon, gathering at dog meat eateries to consume the delicacy and drink alcohol has become a weekly pastime.
Franck Biya, a Cameroonian businessman is also the son of President Paul Biya. Does this mean he will be president, too?
The African nation is hoping to use the tournament to paper over the divisions of the Anglophone crisis and the cracks made by a dictator who has ruled for almost four decades. Will it work?
A slew of recent attacks in the country means sending your child to school can be a life or death decision
Cameroonians are caught between a vicious civil war at home and brutal detention and deportation measures in the countries they flee to
The United States has never been shy to pass judgment on African elections. What does it look like when Africa passes judgment on America’s chaotic vote?
Ahead of planned protests, Cameroon’s main opposition leader argues that change is more urgent than ever
If we do not take care, presidents will make lawlessness the standard of our civic life. Let’s make sure it does not come to that!
Citizens of Cameroon are unable to trust their government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, given cases of ministers flouting restrictions, as well as allegations of corruption. This does not bode well for state responses to future crises
Four former heads of state speak about what being president is actually like
Correctional centres across Africa are struggling to react to the pandemic and its effects on inmates
So far, most countries on the African continent are dealing with Covid-19, but not all leaders are taking the coronavirus pandemic seriously
Official inquiry found that the Cameroonian military was responsible for deadly attack on civilians
The government’s response to Covid-19 has been criticised by opposition leaders
The country has been wracked by conflict between the government and separatists. Both sides need to work on finding a path forward. Here’s what they can do
Traditional, Islamic and Christian leaders are all being caught up in the conflict over secession in the Southern Cameroons
Omar al-Bashir may be gone, but the revolution has only just begun.
The former government minister was arrested in the economic capital Douala on January 28
The secessionist struggle has turned increasingly violent, with families fleeing and women violated
Cameroon being stripped off hosting the Africa Cup of Nations affects its international reputation and is likely to impact the economy
The kidnapping of 78 children in Cameroon’s Anglophone region has further exacerbated tensions
The Constitutional Council, dominated by Biya loyalists, on Monday said the 85-year-old leader had won 71.3% of the ballot
By law, each polling station must submit its results, after verification by the Elecam electoral commission, to the Constitutional Court