Category: General

Elumelu Calls for Strategic Partnerships to Enhance African Economic Growth

Yaoundé: The Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Heirs Holdings Group, Tony Elumelu, has advocated for a strategic and collaborative approach to drive sustainable economic growth across the African continent. According to Cameroon News Agency, Elumelu emphasized the necessity for governments, private sector leaders, and development partners

Two Cameroonians Arrested in California for $10 Million Fraud Scheme

Yaound: Two Cameroonians, Sylas Nyuydzene Verdzekov and Lovert Che, have been arrested in California for allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated $10 Million (6.3 Billion CFA) fraud scheme. A third suspect who is also of Cameroonian origin, Mustapha Nkachiwouo Selly Yamie, remains at large. Each faces charges of conspiracy to commit money

Man Arrested for Alleged Rape of Seven Minors in Bamenda

Bamenda: 57-year-old Wirba Julius has been arrested for allegedly raping seven minors aged two to thirteen in Bamenda. The accused was presented to the press on February 28, 2025, at the Bamenda Central police. According to Cameroon News Agency, Police Commissioner Emmanuel Mbock stated that the arrest followed a complaint

Victims Multiply as Cameroon Grapples with Insufficient Fire Response Unit

Douala: A huge quantity of wood and timber turned to ashes and charcoal, smoldering. A plant formerly covered by wood is now exposed; pieces of zinc have turned red, and machines remain in their usual spots, now charred. Flames that began ravaging from outside the plant ultimately engulfed the entire

Fact-Check: No, Pope Francis is Not Dead

Vatican City: In recent days, social media and various online platforms have been flooded with alarming claims about the death of Pope Francis. These rumours, which have spread rapidly, have caused distress and confusion among many, especially among the faithful who regard the Pope as a central spiritual leader. However,

Pinyin Fon Calls for Unity, Peace After Brutal Killings

Pinyin: The Fon of the Pinyin Clan, HM Kenneth Asobo III, has urged his people to remain united and work towards a safer future for their children. This statement came following the brutal killing of six young men by gunmen dressed in military attire in Pinyin, Santa Subdivision of the