DOUALA, June 14 (Reuters) – South African mobile operator MTN Group (MTNJ.J) said on Wednesday that its Cameroon operations were threatened by the seizure of its bank accounts in the country as part of a dispute in which it plays no part. MTN Cameroon’s accounts with more than 14 billion CFA francs …
Read More »John Fru Ndi obituary: Cameroon’s brave champion of democracy
BBC | John Fru Ndi, the man regarded as Cameroon’s champion of democracy, has died at the age of 81. He became a hero to many in the 1990s for his bravery at taking on the one-party state that brutally dealt with those challenging its rule. A former bookseller and …
Read More »Mexico rescues a draw against Cameroon with goals in injury time | Extended Highlights – VIDEO
Mexico, fresh off a 2-0 victory against Guatemala, showed some defensive vulnerabilities that put their unbeaten streak under coach Diego Coca at risk. The opening goal came after Louis Romeo lost possession in midfield, which was capitalised upon by the opposition. The Lions took the lead in the 37th minute …
Read More »3rd edition of Cameroon Fashion Design celebrates traditional fabrics |+video
Africa News | The latest edition of Cameroon Fashion Design offered a journey through Africa’s sartorial history. Stops during this exploration of ancestral creations included one in Mali to see its Bogolan fabric, in Côte d’Ivoire for the Kita and in Cameroon to discover the Ndop and the rare Odom …
Read More »Mexico, Cameroon match to be played at Snapdragon Stadium
SAN DIEGO — Soccer fans have the opportunity to watch Mexico vs. Cameroon this year at Snapdragon Stadium. The match, which is part of the 20th annual MexTour, is set for Saturday, June 10, stadium officials said in a press release Thursday. A total of two games have been played …
Read More »Cameroon Officials Say Prominent Traditional Ruler Freed After 18 Months of Separatist Captivity
YAOUNDE, CAMEROON — VOA | A prominent traditional leader in Cameroon’s troubled Northwest region has been freed after 18 months of being held captive by separatists. Government officials say Cameroon’s military rescued Fon Kevin Shumitang in battles with separatist fighters, but the fighters insist that they set the traditional ruler …
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