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Arrests, Assaults, and Fear Mark Cameroon’s Post-Election Crisis

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Soyinka’s U.S. Visa Cancelled After Calling Trump “White Idi Amin”

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“I Am the Legitimate President,” Tchiroma Tells the Nation, Rejects PM Offer

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The Platform for African Democrats warns of a deepening crisis in Cameroon after eight petitions were dismissed and civil society reported widespread irregularities.

PAD says Cameroon’s election failed basic standards; urges international audit.

PAD Urges Action Over Cameroon’s Post-Election Crisis

The Platform for African Democrats (PAD) says Cameroon’s 12 October presidential election “did not meet basic democratic...

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07.Nov.2025

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International Jurists Urge Non-Recognition of Biya’s Swearing-In

[YAOUNDÉ – Nov 6 | Cameroon Concord] — In a coordinated statement released simultaneously in Yaoundé, Paris, Washington, and...

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06.Nov.2025

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U.S. Congress Condemns Cameroon’s Sham Election as Biya Sworn In Amid Crisis

[YAOUNDÉ, Nov 6 – Cameroon Concord] — Paul Biya was sworn in today amid military lockdowns and rising international outrage over what...

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06.Nov.2025

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Composite image showing U.S. Senate tweet, EU statement and street protests in Douala and Yaoundé as Western partners withhold recognition and UN/Reuters confirm 49 deaths.

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U.S. Senate blasts Biya’s “sham” vote as deaths mount

[YAOUNDÉ | Nov 5] — Call it what it is: Cameroon’s so-called re-election was not a vote of confidence but a carefully staged...

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05.Nov.2025

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Photograph from Koulouba Palace showing former South African President Jacob Zuma and Burkina Faso’s Captain Ibrahim Traoré discussing Africa’s economic sovereignty and continental unity as part of a new Pan-African diplomacy.

Jacob Zuma meets Captain Ibrahim Traoré at Koulouba Palace

Jacob Zuma hails Burkina Faso as “hope for Africa’s liberation

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04.Nov.2025

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Verified images from field correspondents show shuttered stalls, deserted arteries and limited transport on Day 1 of the nationwide shutdown called to contest the declared election result.

Ghost towns observed across Douala, Yaoundé, Maroua and West Region hubs.

Nationwide Shutdown Tests Yaoundé’s Control

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03.Nov.2025

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Biya’s Forces Target Tchiroma Circle Amid Mounting Repression

Arrests, Assaults, and Fear Mark Cameroon’s Post-Election Crisis

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02.Nov.2025

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Issa Tchiroma says “loyalist” forces moved him to safety as the regime widens arrests.

Tchiroma under protection after evacuation from Garoua amid post-election crisis

Signs of Rift in Cameroon Military After Move to Protect Tchiroma

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31.Oct.2025

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Activist detained after joint ANTIC–Gendarmerie operation as Biya regime widens post-election crackdown.

Cameroon: ANTIC, Gendarmerie Target Regime Critics

From Facebook to SED: How Yaoundé Hunts Voices

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31.Oct.2025

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Tchiroma Calls for Nationwide Ghost Town Protest

[GAROUA, Oct 31 – Cameroon Concord] — Opposition leader and declared president-elect Issa Tchiroma Bakary has called for a...

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31.Oct.2025

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Nigeria’s Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka says the U.S. revoked his visa after his remarks comparing Donald Trump to Uganda’s Idi Amin.

Wole Soyinka: Trump’s America Has No Room for Dissent

Soyinka’s U.S. Visa Cancelled After Calling Trump “White Idi Amin”

[LAGOS, Oct 30] – Nigeria’s most celebrated writer and Nobel laureate, Wole Soyinka, has revealed that his U.S. visa has been...

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30.Oct.2025

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Editorial from the Washington Post and diplomatic commentary highlight international rejection of the 2025 Cameroon presidential results.

Paul Biya re-election 2025 criticised by Washington Post and Tibor Nagy

Cameroon Elections: Washington Post and Tibor Nagy Slam Biya’s Fake Win

[YAOUNDÉ, Oct 28 – Cameroon Concord] The international reaction to Cameroon’s 2025 presidential election has hardened into...

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29.Oct.2025

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Lawyer Jemal Taleb speaks on France 24 after Biya re-election announcement – Cameroon Elections 2025

Maître Jemal Taleb during a France 24 interview, denouncing Cameroon’s 2025 presidential results.

France 24 Interview Sparks Global Scrutiny of Biya’s Win

[YAOUNDÉ, Oct 28] – A day after Cameroon’s Constitutional Council declared 92-year-old Paul Biya winner of a deeply contested...

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28.Oct.2025

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Tchiroma to Citizens: Remain Peaceful, Remain Standing

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28.Oct.2025

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Arbitrary Arrests Deepen Cameroon’s Post-Election Crisis

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28.Oct.2025

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EU Statement on Cameroon Post-Election Repression – Brussels Press Briefing

The European Union condemns post-election violence in Cameroon, 28 Oct 2025.

EU Condemns Killings in Cameroon, Calls for Justice

[BRUSSELS, Oct 28 – Cameroon Concord] — The European Union has issued its strongest statement yet on Cameroon’s disputed 2025...

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28.Oct.2025

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The Timeless Challenge of Balancing Club and Country: Andre Onana's AFCON Odyssey

In the complex world of football scheduling, where club commitments clash with international duties, Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana finds himself at the center of a narrative familiar to many African football legends.

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Anticipation and Preparations: AFCON 2023 Promises a Spectacular Showcase in Ivory Coast

As the countdown begins for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, Ivory Coast stands at the forefront, ready to host a football extravaganza that promises not only thrilling matches but also a showcase of top-notch facilities and infrastructure.

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Cameroonian Football Roars to Life: Indomitable Lions Gear Up for CAN 2023 in Saudi Arabia

In a dazzling display of skill and camaraderie, Rigobert Song and his formidable squad of players have initiated their training regimen for the upcoming CAN 2023 tournament. The bustling atmosphere at the King Abdallah Stadium in Saudi Arabia marked the commencement of the Indomitable Lions' rigorous preparation, setting the stage for a showdown of football prowess.

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Cameroon's Indomitable Lions Bid Farewell in a Grand Ceremony as AFCON 2023 Beckons

In a spectacle of pride and anticipation, the Palais des Sports in Yaoundé played host to a farewell ceremony for Cameroon's national football team, the Indomitable Lions. The event, marked by dignitaries, football legends, and fervent fans, set the stage for the team's departure to Ivory Coast for the upcoming AFCON 2023.

The Key Players

At the heart of the ceremony was Samuel Mvondo Ayolo, the director of the civil cabinet and the personal representative of the Cameroonian head of state. His presence underscored the significance of the occasion, emphasizing the nation's support for its football heroes.

President of FECAFOOT, Samuel Eto'o Fils, and the head coach of the Indomitable Lions, Rigobert Song Bahanag, graced the Yaoundé Multipurpose Sports Complex with their presence, adding an aura of leadership and experience to the proceedings.

Symbolic Moments

A poignant moment unfolded as Fabrice Ondoa, bearer of the Cameroonian flag, received words of encouragement from Samuel Mvondo Ayolo. "Go and represent Cameroon honorably," the minister urged, symbolizing the nation's hopes riding on the shoulders of the talented goalkeeper. The flag was later passed on to Head Coach Rigobert Song, signifying the coach's role in steering the team towards success.

Faces of the Ceremony

Football legends, athletes, and five prominent Indomitable Lions—Clinton Njie, Fabrice Ondoa, Faris Pemi Moumbagna, Leonel Christian Ateba, and Nathan Wilfried Douala—graced the farewell ceremony. The presence of these accomplished players, along with the introduction of new talents like Ateba and Douala, highlighted the rich legacy and promising future of Cameroon's football.

Looking Ahead to AFCON 2023

As the team bids adieu to its homeland, attention shifts to the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in 2024. With Ivory Coast playing host, the tournament promises thrilling clashes among 24 national teams distributed across six captivating groups. The defending champions, Senegal, face a formidable challenge in the "group of death," featuring Cameroon, Guinea, and Gambia.

Conclusion

The farewell ceremony not only served as a moment of unity and pride for Cameroon but also set the stage for a riveting AFCON 2023. As the Indomitable Lions embark on their quest for a sixth title, the nation stands united in anticipation, ready to cheer for its football heroes on the grand continental stage.

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Ambazonia Independence Day: Cameroon’s Hidden History Resurfaces on Oct 1

BUEA, Oct 1 – Celebrations are underway across Ambazonia and the diaspora as Southern Cameroonians mark their Independence Day today, a historic date that La République du Cameroun has long tried to erase.

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01.Oct.2025