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Separatist violence increases in English-speaking parts of Cameroon - HRW

Separatists fighting to carve an independent state out of Cameroon's English-speaking regions have increased the number of violent actions this year, including killings, kidnappings and attacks on schools, Human Rights Watch said on Monday.

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Cameroonian singer-songwriter Irma bridges the gap between Douala and Paris

Letting the sound lead her to the song, Cameroon's Irma Pany has shifted to French for her fourth album "Douala Paris", conjuring a blend of afrobeat, pop and folk influences. She joins us in the studio to talk about going back to her roots during the Covid-19 lockdown and how…

France 24

Samuel Eto'o tears into Cameroon stars in impassioned dressing room speech despite win

The former Barcelona and Chelsea striker did not pull any punches in his post-match dressing room speech despite Cameroon having managed to earn victory against Burundi on Thursday evening

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South African airline operator Comair goes out of business amid industry headwinds

South Africa's oldest private airline faces liquidation after a tough couple of years. Comair is going out of business after a rescue plan failed to raise funding, leaving some customers out of pocket. Also in this edition: Anglophone insurgents claim responsibility after five military police are killed in Cameroon. Finally,…

France 24

AFCON qualifier results: Egypt suffer shock loss in wins for Cameroon and Morocco

A depleted Egypt side suffered a surprising loss to Ethiopa in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Five military police killed in western Cameroon, says regional governor

Five Cameroon military police were killed in an attack on Tuesday night in the western region of Cameroon, bordering a province where separatists are fighting for a breakaway state, the regional governor said on Wednesday.

Reuters

Senegal's Macky Sall appeals to West to ease sanctions on Russia

Senegal's President Macky Sall appeals to the West to ease sanctions on Russia to facilitate the export of grain to Africa. Millions on the continent face hunger amid a global food crisis sparked by the Ukraine war. We talk to David Laborde, senior research fellow at the International Food Policy…

France 24

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World's 'Most Neglected' Refugee Crises All in Africa, Says NGO

The world is paying too little attention to a slew of mass displacements of people across Africa, risking starvation deaths and prolonging conflicts, the Norwegian Refugee Council warned in a report published Wednesday. "With the all-absorbing war in Europe's Ukraine, I fear African suffering will be pushed further into the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Glencore scandal: Cameroon opposition demands inquiry into bribery

In tonight's edition: Senior officials of state companies in Cameroon are accused of accepting bribes from Swiss-based mining giant Glencore. In Egypt, two months after opposition figure Alaa Abdel Fattah started a hunger strike, his supporters are demanding his release from captivity. And in Libya, traditional ceramics are not finding…

France 24

S2,EP 19: Kenya's disappearing donkeys, Bamenda recycling in wartime & Malawi's modern chief

This week, Africa Calling podcast brings you audio-rich stories and voices from the African continent with our African correspondents. In Kenya, donkeys disappearing off the streets in the rural areas are causing havoc for residents; some in Bamenda, Cameroon, are trying to improve waste disposal and recycling amidst the Anglophone…

Radio France Internationale

Inside tracks: the recording studio offering musical escape in a Cameroon prison

As Jail Time Records releases its fifth single, imprisoned and recently released artists describe how making music has changed their lives

The Guardian - UK

Militants kill at least 50 in Nigeria's northeastern state of Borno

At least 50 people were killed by militants on Sunday around the town of Rann in Nigeria's Borno state, in the country's northeastern tip near the border with Cameroon, witnesses told Reuters by phone on Monday.

Reuters

Cairo Hosts Int’l Conference on Confronting ‘Emerging Terrorist Organizations’

Egypt’s Interior Ministry, in collaboration with Interpol, is hosting Monday a workshop on confronting emerging terrorist organizations and phenomena in the Middle East and Africa. The workshop is hosted by the Egyptian Police Academy until May 25. The participating countries include Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Saudi Arabia,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Social media can be a force for good in a crisis: lessons from Lagos

In times of crisis, it is especially crucial that governments share accurate, up to date information with their citizens. Social media can play an important role in disseminating urgent information.

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When is World Cup 2022? Groups, fixtures and England kick-off times

From key dates to kick-off times, here is everything you need to know about this year's World Cup in Qatar

Al Jazeera

Plane carrying 11 passengers crashes in central Cameroon

The cause of the crash, as well as the identity and status of those on board, remains unclear.

Daily Mirror

Plane with 11 on board crashes into forest as desperate rescue bid launched

A plane has crashed in Cameroon shortly after take off with 11 people on board. A search is under way to see if there are any survivors with the plane having gone down in a forest

Reuters

Plane with 11 on board crashes in central Cameroon

A small passenger plane carrying 11 people crashed in a forest in central Cameroon on Wednesday and rescue efforts are underway to locate possible survivors, the transport ministry said.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

AU’s Peace, Security Council to Hold Extraordinary Meeting on Libyan Crisis

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council will hold an extraordinary meeting on May 28 to discuss the situation in Libya and other issues. The Cameroon-chaired Council will review various key issues, including governance and security challenges in Africa, terrorism, unconstitutional change of governments and humanitarian crises, the Libyan News…

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FIFA Says ‘Dossier Closed’ on Algeria’s World Cup Appeal

FIFA has rejected Algeria's desperate bid to have their World Cup play-off with Cameroon replayed, saying on Saturday "they consider the dossier closed". Algeria won the first leg of the play-off 1-0 in March but lost the return leg 2-1 at home after extra time to miss out on one…

Daily Mirror

Barcelona legend Samuel Eto'o causes stir with Real Madrid social media post

The legendary Cameroonian striker became an iconic player across five seasons at the Camp Nou while it is often forgotten that he began his career at their rivals

Daily Mirror

Eric Djemba-Djemba now: Man Utd flop's nine-country career, six-year delay and kind move

Eric Djemba-Djemba is best known for his 18-month spell at Manchester United but the Cameroonian midfielder represented 11 other clubs - including Scottish outfit St Mirren

USA Today Sports Media Group

Joel Embiid playing for France?

Joel Embiid hails from Cameroon, but in the upcoming Olympic Games, he may compete as a member of the French national team. Per a report by French outlet RMC Sport, the NBA top scorer of the 2021-22 season has initiated administrative procedures to ...

Radio France Internationale

Why handcrafting Cameroonian drums is a dying art

Although locally produced drums are an integral part of music across various tribes in Cameroon, this traditionally handmade instrument is falling out of use due to the increased use of modern instruments. Drums are typically played at traditional cultural events, but some modern recording artists have shown an appreciation for…

Radio France Internationale

S2,EP 17: Zimbabwe's crystal meth problem, Cameroon's drum artisans & Benin rejoices return of looted art

This week, Africa Calling podcast brings you audio-rich stories and voices from the African continent with our African correspondents. In Zimbabwe, drug abuse, and using crystal meth in particular, has taken hold among the youth of Masvingo; drum-making artisans are trying to preserve their craft in Cameroon, and Benin is…

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