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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...

Pictorial Of The Visit Of Ntoko Emmanuel Visit To Bamenda By Raymond Dingana Bamenda produces thousands of tons of waste every day. This waste, which should be a source of wealth if well treated, instead harms the environment. Garbage is scattered everywhere, and in some areas, piles of waste block roads thereby creating serious congestion. Plastic bottles are blocking waterways, leading to more environmental issues. However, this waste, often seen as trash, can actually be a valuable resource. In other words, what the population describes as wealth in disguise. To tap into this hidden wealth, Mayor Peter Chenwi of the Bamenda II Council made several trips to Canada between 2022, and 2025 to establish a waste treatment plant in his municipality. Cross Section Of The Population   Thanks to these efforts, the Bamenda Waste-to-Energy Project was born in partnership with Global Ventures of North America LLC (GVNA). This multi-billion franc project will create Cameroon’s first waste tre...

Achieve Picture Of A Vehicle Attacked On The Bamenda-Ngoketunjia Road By Raymond Dingana  In the crisis-hit North West Region (NWR) of Cameroon, drivers and passengers often thank God for safe travels along the Bamenda-Ngoketunjia-Bui-Donga Mantung roads. This is due to the dangers that travelers face. Travelers risk being kidnapped by armed groups, extorted by military personnel, or even killed. Despite many security checkpoints along these roads, safety is still a major concern. This insecurity has led drivers along these routes to start a sit-down strike, set to begin on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. In a voice message sent to  drayinfos.com , drivers expressed frustration over accusations that they collaborate with gun carrying individuals, putting passengers at risk. "They say we take passengers and hand them over to be kidnapped or extorted, which isn't true because we suffer too,"  one driver stated. Announcing the strike, another driver representing colleagues voiced...

Minister Fuh Calistus Gentry   By Raymond Dingana  As Cameroon rapidly moves from just having a wealth of minerals to becoming a major player in mining, all eyes are on Interim Minister of Mines, Industry, and Technological Development, Professor Fuh Calistus Gentry. Under his leadership, the country is not just dreaming of a brighter future but is actually reaching important industrial milestones while reforming a sector that has often faced challenges. Making Progress: Key Projects in Motion Recently, Cameroon has seen remarkable developments on major projects that are setting the stage for a strong mining future. Two significant iron ore projects in the South Region, launched by the Prime Minister with Minister Gentry by his side, mark the beginning of this exciting new chapter. The Bipindi-Grand Zambi Iron Ore Project has started mining operations, with about 600,000 tonnes of ore already stacked up. The goal is to reach 7 million tonnes before processing begins, and two p...