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Cameroon Recognizes Customary Marriage: A Historic Legal Reform Strengthening Women’s Rights

CameroonOnline.ORG | President Paul Biya promulgated Law No. 2024_016 on December 23, 2024, in Cameroon, officially recognizing customary marriage (also known as “bride price”). This historic reform incorporates traditional practices into the legal framework, granting them equivalence to civil marriage. Customary unions must now be declared to civil authorities, ensuring …

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Archbishop of Douala Deems Biya’s 2025 Presidential Bid ‘Unrealistic’ in RFI Interview

RFI traveled to Cameroon for Christmas, celebrated by Christians around the world, to take stock of the situation in the country and the challenges that await it in the new year. The topics discussed on RFI included the upcoming presidential elections and the health of Paul Biya, in conversation with …

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Cameroon: 600 Years Old Ancient Royal Tradition Puts Bamoun King on Trial | + video

Firstpost Africa | In the Bamoun Kingdom of Cameroon, an ancient ritual known as Nguon puts the king on trial before his people in a lively mix of critique, humour, and tradition. This centuries-old practice, recently recognised by UNESCO, promotes harmony and cultural pride, drawing locals and tourists alike to …

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Akufo-Addo approves visa-free entry to Ghana for all African nationals

GBC Ghana Online | President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has approved visa-free entry to Ghana for all African nationals. The executive approval was granted on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, making Ghana one of the few African nations—alongside Rwanda, Seychelles, The Gambia, and Benin—to allow visa-free entry for all holders of …

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Paul Abine Ayah has passed away!

CameroonOnline.ORG | The former magistrate of the Supreme Court of Cameroon, Judge Ayah Paul Abine, has died after a long battle with illness. His death was confirmed by the Popular Action Party (PAP), of which he was the founding father. He passed away at the regional hospital in Buea on …

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