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Responding to growing concern over the discrepancies, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Mines, Industry and Technological Development, Calistus Fuh, acknowledged the seriousness of illicit gold flows and indicated that reforms are underway to address the problem. By Ali Dan Ismael and Timothy Enongene London bureau The Gold Export Mystery Recent trade and mining
A credible negotiation process must include: Negotiations between legitimate belligerent parties, – Representation connected to homeland self-defense realities through designated diplomatic structures, – Neutral third-country venue, –International mediation, – Binding guarantors,-Unified institutional representation, – Immediate humanitarian measures, – No predetermined political outcome. By The International/Diplomatic Spokesperson A close examination of the memorandum attributed to Mr.
Around the world, history shows that identities subjected to suppression often re-emerge stronger. Names survive because people refuse to forget them. And in this case, the direction of movement is unmistakable. Southern Cameroons–Ambazonia is not confusion. It is continuity. By Ali Dan IsmaelEditor in Chief, The Independentistnews, London Bureau In political struggles, battles are often
Reverend Jackson, your call to “Keep Hope Alive” now echoes across the Gulf of Guinea, sustaining the resolve of a people determined to live in freedom and dignity. By Timothy Enongene & Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews The global struggle for human dignity has lost one of its most resonant voices. On behalf of
A widely shared proverb reminds us that when a deeper problem exists, treating only the visible symptoms will not resolve the crisis. Lasting peace in Nwa and surrounding communities will likely require confronting the root causes of conflict through inclusive and credible political processes, rather than focusing solely on immediate manifestations of violence. By Timothy
Local leaders increasingly call for practical measures: improved civilian protection, humanitarian access, transparent investigations into attacks, and renewed political dialogue addressing the broader conflict that has destabilized the region for nearly a decade. By Timothy Enongene, Guest Editor-in-ChiefIndependentistnews BAMENDA 17 February 2026 – The violent events reported in Nwa Subdivision on February 13 and 14
Leadership in times of crisis is often judged not only by declarations of unity, but by the confidence and participation of the people whose future is at stake. By Timothy Enongene, Guest Editor-in-ChiefIndependentistnews BUEA 16 February 2026 – While officials in Yaoundé and sections of the media continue to revisit the internal divisions that marked
Chris Anu remains a highly controversial figure within Ambazonian politics. Critics accuse him of poor leadership decisions, internal divisions, and actions that weakened certain armed groups, particularly in Lebialem. By Timothy Enongene, Guest Editor-in-Chief TheIndependentistnews YAOUNDÉ 16 February 2026 – A recent report by The Guardian Post Newspaper, concerning a purported “memorandum” for dialogue sent
Conflict Fatigue and the Urgent Need for Political Solutions in Cameroon
When communities feel caught between armed actors, intelligence cooperation declines and stabilization efforts face increasing obstacles. Under such circumstances, even well-equipped forces struggle to achieve sustainable security outcomes. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor in Chief The Independentistnews Performance Abroad vs. Reality at Home Recent international discussions surrounding the performance of various national security units have