Cameroon

Adolphe Moudiki Retains CEO Role at SNH Despite Speculations In a recent meeting held on Wednesday in Yaoundé, the board of Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures (SNH) reaffirmed their trust in the long-standing leadership of Adolphe Moudiki. Despite swirling rumors suggesting a falling out with President Paul Biya, to whom he is reportedly quite close, Moudiki clings onto his role as CEO. "Well, the man's got some staying power," remarked one insider. At 85, he's been steering the Cameroonian gas and oil tanker company…

Crucial Meeting Set for SNH in Cameroon The National Hydrocarbons Company (SNH) of Cameroon has slated an important board meeting on July 24, 2024, in Yaoundé. This gathering holds significant weight for the oversight and future direction of this vital entity. For over three decades, Adolphe Moudiki has been at the helm, orchestrating the company's operations and ensuring revenue generation for the nation.

Cameroon's Revamped Honey Industry Buzzing with Potential Cameroon's Revamped Honey Industry Buzzing with Potential The heart of Cameroon is witnessing a remarkable transformation in its honey sector, particularly in the Adamaoua region. Nestled in Ngaoundal, a state-of-the-art bee products processing facility now stands, ready to uplift the quality and profitability of honey-based products. From Beka Gotto, on-the-ground narratives bring to life the fervor of the local beekeepers' festival, orchestrated in…

Condemnation of Controversial Prefectural Decree in Cameroon The head honcho of the Cameroon Bar Association is up in arms over a decree issued by the Prefect of Mfoundi. This controversial order, which stirred the pot last week, pertains to the region home to Cameroon's bustling capital, Yaoundé. In the words of the association’s president, "This decree is an affront to the principles of justice and governance." Such an authoritative proclamation drew a cascade of reactions and fierce discussions among the populace and…

Economic Challenges in Cameroon Economic Challenges in Cameroon Cameroon's National Institute of Statistics (INS) has released a disconcerting report: inflation is slated to soar by 5.7% in June 2024. That figure drastically overshoots the sub-regional benchmark of 3% observed among the other five member nations of the Community of Central African States (Cemac). As costs spiral, Cameroonian households are feeling the pinch, with their purchasing power shrinking significantly.…

Cameroon: Crackdown on Institutions Cameroon's Prefect Announces Entry Ban Amid Uprising Incitements On July 18, 2024, the prefect overseeing the region that includes Yaoundé, Cameroon disclosed in a daily publication his resolution to prohibit entry under specific conditions. These conditions include when "institutions face assaults or foment dissent." The proclamation from July 15 generated a significant buzz among the media, who felt directly impacted, and also reverberated through…

The Rise of Camfranglais in Contemporary Art "Camfranglais," a vernacular predominantly embraced by Cameroon's youth, has steadily crept into the realm of art. Born in the early '80s amidst Yaoundé's student circles, it's now omnipresent. Whether in web series or the music scene, this vibrant "street language" has captivated the new generation, presenting an informal option to the formal French and English. This blending of languages has effectively created a unique and dynamic form of communication, one that's become a…

Reactions to Cameroon Prefectural Decree Sweeping Reactions Stir Following Cameroon Prefectural Decree A pivotal decree, issued by the prefect of Mfoundi—home to Cameroon’s capital Yaoundé—has sparked robust discussion since yesterday. July 16th saw the release of this significant directive, arriving a little over a year before the anticipated presidential elections slated for October 2025. The prefectural order has evoked a spectrum of reactions, igniting dialogues across various segments of society.…

The OTS movement for "We have endured too much" has called on its activists to suspend the operation "dead chalk". A ceasefire pending new commitments from the authorities, which have already partially fulfilled one of their first promises by the end of March.

On Tuesday, March 29, in Blida, Algeria, which won the first round (1-0), will host Cameroon for the epilogue of the qualifying campaign for the 2022 World Cup. About Algeria and Cameroon participated in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and missed the 2018 edition…