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Ukrainian Armed Forces Capture Russian Mercenaries From Cameroon
Charter 97
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Photofact. On the Seversk direction, the Ukrainian military captured two citizens of Cameroon - Metugena Una-na-Jean Pafe and Anatole Frank. It is reported on the page in Facebook of the 20th separate regiment of unmanned systems. "The heroes of...
Roadblock Unveils Innovative Way, Select DJs for Africa’s Biggest Club Party
This Day
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July 5, 2025
Ferdinand Ekechukwu I n a stunning display of creativity, and transparency in the selection process of artists for major concerts and shows in Nigeria, Roadblock Party, has inaugurated the first of its kind live exercise to select disc jockeys...
Cameroon leader’s ally quits, launches challenge in political shake-up
KFGO - North Dakota
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June 27, 2025
By Amindeh Blaise Atabong YAOUNDE (Reuters) -A long-time ally of Cameroon’s leader has quit the government to run for president in October elections – a defection that could reshape the West African nation’s politics after more than four decades...
Cameroon presidential ally quits and announces election bid
African Insider
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June 27, 2025
Yaoundé – A Cameroon minister who resigned this week on Thursday confirmed he will stand in this year’s presidential election, stating he wants to “put an end to the old system”. Issa Tchiroma Bakary, long an ally of veteran President Paul Biya,...
Ukraine captures two Cameroonian mercenaries recruited by Russia
Ukrinform
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In the Siversk operational axis, Ukrainian forces captured two citizens of Cameroon who had been fighting on Russia’s side. The K-2 20th Separate Regiment of Unmanned Systems reported this on Facebook, posting a video of the captured foreigners,...
Germaine Acogny, pioneer of African contemporary dance, leads new generation at 81
Malay Mail
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July 5, 2025
DAKAR, July 5 — A group of performers stepped and swayed in the sand at an open-air studio on the Senegalese coast as Germaine Acogny, known as the mother of contemporary African dance, called out to them. “Walk! Take in the energy of the earth”,...
Cameroonians, you hold the power to change our story
The Guardian Post
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Cameroon is overheating under the weight of its own failures. If it is not rescued, it risks imploding. For decades, our nation has been held hostage by stagnation, decay, and the cynical betrayal of public trust. Now, more than ever, Cameroon...
Yaounde: British High Commission welcomes home eight Chevening scholars
The Guardian Post
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This was during an event organised at the British High Commissioner's residence in Yaounde on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The gathering aimed to celebrate the scholars and highlight the anticipated contributions these individuals will make to their...
Granite City Days Wraps Up With Fred Yiran African Art Day
1390 Granite City Sports - Minnesota
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June 29, 2025
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- Granite City Days wrapped up in St. Cloud on Sunday. The Fred Yiran Arts Day capped off the four days of festivities at Lake George. The event featured a wide array of artistic displays and performances. It had traditional...
Chelsea target sparks Man United transfer frenzy with Bryan Mbeumo update as deadline revealed
Football London
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July 4, 2025
Chelsea may have just been dealt a blow to their hopes of signing Mike Maignan. The AC Milan goalkeeper was heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge ahead of the Club World Cup, but a deal collapsed when the two clubs couldn't agree a fee....
Afreximbank appoints Cameroonian national George Elombi as next president
The Standard
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Oramah, who has served as President and Chairman of the Board of Directors since 2015, will be stepping down in September 2025. CAMEROONIAN national George Elombi has been named the next President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the...
Hugo Ekitiké’s Dilemma: France First, Cameroon by Default?
Cameroon Online
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June 28, 2025
CameroonOnlne.ORG | For years, the Cameroon national football team tried to convince Hugo Ekitiké to wear the green, red, and yellow of the Indomitable Lions. But the young striker never gave a favorable response. For him, the French national team...
Afreximbank shareholders appoint Cameroonian George Elombi as next President in Abuja
Nairametrics
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June 28, 2025
The shareholders of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have appointed a Cameroonian, Dr. George Elombi, as the next President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the continental financial institution. The development makes him the...
World Cup Host Nations: How Have They Performed?
The Analyst
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July 4, 2025
All eyes are on the hosts at the World Cup, but how have host nations fared with home advantage? We look at every World Cup to see if it made a difference. People say a World Cup loses some of its magic when the host nation gets knocked out....
Matheus Cunha Named As New No.10 For Manchester United; Sparks Rumours Of Rashford Exit
News18
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July 4, 2025
Last Updated:July 04, 2025, 21:40 IST Manchester United gave Marcus Rashford's No. 10 shirt to new signing Matheus Cunha. Manager Ruben Amorim focuses on attacking reinforcements. Rashford's future is uncertain. Matheus Cunha for Manchester United...
Fifty Years of Gowon’s Overthrow, by Eric Teniola
Prompt News Online
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July 4, 2025
Tuesday, July 29,2025 will be the 50th anniversary of the overthrow of General Yakubu Gowon GCFR. He was overthrown in a bloodless military coup on the same Tuesday, July 29, 1975. Most of us remember where we were at 6.00 a.m. on Tuesday, July...
Cameroon’s Telecom Regulator Collects CFA73.4bn in Fees, Nets CFA12bn in 2024
Business in Cameroon
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June 23, 2025
(Business in Cameroon) - Cameroon’s telecom regulator ART collected CFA73.4 billion in fees from sector operators in 2024. The agency announced the results following its board meeting held on June 18. This amount reflects ART’s total revenue for...
Texmaco Rail shares rally 8% on major export order from CAMALCO SA, Cameroon
Business Upturn
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June 26, 2025
Texmaco Rail & Engineering shares surged 8% in morning trade on June 26 after the company announced a significant international order win from CAMALCO SA, Cameroon. As of 9:15 AM, the shares were trading 6.81% higher at Rs 185.19. The company...
Your Summer Project: Watching These Movies
The Atlantic
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June 25, 2025
The question that beguiles almost every film fan, from the obsessive cineast to the casual enthusiast, is the simplest one: What should I watch next? Endless carousels on streaming services that feature very little of note don’t provide much help....
Texmaco Rail secures Rs 535 crore export order from CAMALCO SA, Cameroon
Business Upturn
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June 25, 2025
Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited has announced a major international order win from CAMALCO SA, Cameroon. The company received a Letter of Intent on June 24, 2025, awarding a contract worth USD 62.24 million (approximately INR 535 crore). The...