swissinfo.ch | A man who posed as the coach of Cameroon’s national handball team has been given a two year suspended sentence and barred from Switzerland for six years. The Cameroonian national had arrived in January at Zurich airport along with 19 compatriots without visas. Upon arrival, the 45-year-old declared …
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In a bold and unprecedented move, Brenda Biya, the eldest daughter of Cameroon’s long-time president Paul Biya, has publicly come out as LGBTQ+. This announcement is particularly significant given that same-sex sexual activity is criminalized in Cameroon, with penalties including up to five years in prison and a fine. The …
Read More »Serious Collision in Bafang Leaves Several Injured
A severe traffic accident occurred in Bafang, involving an intercity bus and a personal vehicle, resulting in multiple serious injuries. On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, around 10 AM, a “coaster” bus headed for Douala collided with a personal vehicle in Fokouakem, near Bafang in the Haut Nkam region. The force …
Read More »New Species of Freshwater Crabs Discovered in Cameroon
In a recent study, four new species of freshwater crabs were discovered in Cameroon, Central Africa, belonging to the genus Sudanonautes. Researchers Pierre A. Mvogo Ndongo and his team identified these species in the rainforest habitats of southwestern Cameroon and near Ngaoundéré in the Guinea savanna zone. The species, named …
Read More »Breaking Barriers: Ulrich Chomche’s Historic Journey from Cameroon to the NBA Draft
In an exciting turn of events at the 2024 NBA draft, the Toronto Raptors made a strategic selection by choosing Ulrich Chomche as the 57th overall pick. This decision not only highlighted Chomche’s impressive skills but also marked several historic milestones in the world of basketball. Standing tall at 6’11 …
Read More »Cameroon to NBA: Yves Missi Drafted by New Orleans Pelicans in the 2024 NBA Draft
The New Orleans Pelicans secured what could be one of the top steals of the 2024 NBA Draft by selecting Yves Missi, a 7-foot, 235-pound center from Baylor University, with their 21st overall pick. Yves Missi, a formidable player who hails from Cameroon, has already distinguished himself in collegiate basketball. …
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