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By Akwi Freya Fomunyam The Ntambeng Cooperative Credit Union Limited (NtamCCUL) is thriving despite economic difficulties in the country following the October 12 presidential election. In 2025, NtamCCUL saw a jump in membership, reaching 37,411 members, up from 33,845 in 2024. This growth was announced during the 58th annual general meeting (AGM) held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the Catholic Mission Hall in Ntambeng. During the AGM, the Board of Directors (BoD) reported a net profit increase of 59,292 Francs compared to the previous year. In a show of confidence, the Union allocated 133,384,930 Francs to members as interest on their savings, providing a 4% return. Ndonwi Derick Shu, the BoD President, highlighted that the institution's success comes from hard work.  "Our membership, savings, and financial strength are all growing. NtamCCUL is present nationwide. We set goals and encourage everyone to meet them. We actively engage with our members,"  Ndonwi told the m...

Newly Appointed Auxiliary Bishop Of The Bamenda Archdiocese  By Anne-Vallien Berinyuy Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend Father John Berinyuy Tata as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Bamenda. The announcement was made on Friday, February 13th, 2026, during a come together at St. Joseph Metropolitan Cathedral, attended by clergy, religious leaders, and members of the Christian community. This news has excited many across the North West Region, as people see it as a powerful testament of faith, resilience, and divine care. Father John Berinyuy’s journey to becoming a bishop has been filled with both hardship and service. In November 2025, he was reportedly kidnapped by separatist fighters while returning from the opening ceremony of a Catholic university in Ndop. This incident shocked the local church and the wider public. After his abduction, Archbishop Andrew Nkea of Bamenda wrote a strong letter urging the Catholic community to take urgent action and show support.  He ...

By Raymond Dingana In Tubah Sub Division , as in other parts of the North West Region and Cameroon , young people gathered at the University of Bamenda to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Youth Day . The event was themed "Youths At The Heart Of Great Hope, For A United, Stable And Prosperous Cameroon," and youth from various villages came together to make the occasion special. Reinforcing President Paul Biya 's call for young people to engage in responsible activities for the country's growth, Divisional Officer (D.O) Massango Metuge Narcisse urged the youth to avoid bad behavior. "We encourage the youth to be responsible, believe in themselves, and practice good morals and discipline to spare their families from the pain that comes with irresponsible living,"  said Massango. Tubah Administration  Hon. Gejung Awonti , Commissioner for Economy, and other members, including Hon. Mairama Amadu , the youngest member of the North West Regional Assembly (NWRA)...

By Raymond Dingana  In his annual Youth Day address on February 10, 2026, President Paul Biya called on young people to reject harmful behaviors and act responsibly. He emphasized that the future of Cameroon rests in their hands. You must understand this. It is essential that you avoid the risky behaviors some of you have recently engaged in, such as delinquency, alcohol and drug abuse, immoral conduct, and excessive use of social media,  he stated. Recognizing the crucial role parents play in a child's upbringing, the president also urged them to be proactive.  Parents and educators must take their responsibilities seriously and should not tolerate or encourage bad behavior. The president acknowledged the challenges faced by young girls in Cameroon, who often suffer from various forms of abuse. He committed to enhancing their protection, saying,  I have instructed the relevant authorities to strengthen support for young girls in schools, families, and workplaces, as...

Photo of the Buea National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Committee for ex-fighters of Boko Haram and armed groups in the North-West and South-West Regions, from their archives, used with permission By Cynthia Ebot Takang https://globalvoices.org/2025/11/07/the-silent-crisis-of-cameroons-ransom-fueled-war/ What began in 2016 as a social uprising in Cameroon’s English-speaking regions has degenerated into a profitable business: Armed groups now sustain the Anglophone crisis through a brutal system of kidnappings, extorting at least USD 7,884,000 (FCFA 4.5 billion) from civilians in 2023 alone. It all started as a plea for financial support. A phone call from an unknown number, asking those who hailed from Cameroon’s English-speaking regions to contribute to a struggle for liberation from marginalization. That plea has curdled into a threat.  The “struggle” has today transformed into a full-blown business. The “War Generals” are now the executives of this enterprise. K...

  By Anne-Vallien Berinyuy  The Menka Green Valley Cooperative Credit Union (MGVCCUL) held its 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Ntamulung Multi-Purpose Hall. During the AGM, MGVCCUL shared its success despite challenges from the socio-political crisis in the North West and South West Regions of Cameroon. The credit union has continued to grow stronger. Membership increased from 3,450 in 2024 to 4,553 in 2025, representing a net gain of 1,103 members as of February 7, 2026. Member savings also grew by 13.3%. Cross Section of MGVCCUL Members Dr. Bar. Awah Fidelis Penn, the President of the Board of Directors, noted that MGVCCUL has met all 14 regulatory standards set by COBAC for the past three years, indicating good business practices. This year alone, the union added over 1,200 members, showing that more people are choosing to join MGVCCUL. "We offer basic accounts, engage in agricultural business, provide low-interest loans, and pay high...