Commentary

Youth Day Under Occupation — The Politics Behind Cameroon’s 2026 Celebrations

Youth activism in these regions remains highly sensitive. Authorities frame certain forms of political mobilization as threats to national unity, while local activists argue that legitimate grievances about governance, marginalization, and security are often dismissed or criminalized. The result is a deep disconnect between official messaging and lived realities for many young people. By Timothy

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Editorial commentary

Beyond Sarajevo — Economic Rivalry, Empire, and the Lessons for Ambazonia

For Ambazonians and Cameroonians alike, lasting peace will depend not on parades or political declarations, but on credible solutions that address governance, economic opportunity, and political inclusion. Development, jobs, education, and genuine dialogue matter far more than symbolic displays of unity. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in

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Editorial commentary

When Neglect Kills, Power Cannot Claim Innocence

Road safety is a matter of governance, engineering, enforcement, and responsibility. Until systems protect citizens instead of political interests, roads will continue to kill. Neglect Eventually Comes for Everyone. Neglect kills slowly—then suddenly.And eventually, it spares no one. The question remains: Will reform come before the next funeral—or only after it? By The Independentistnews Technical

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News commentary

Facts Over fear- Diapora security lies on Law. Not alarm

Millions of immigrants live securely in Western countries because their legal status is properly established and protected by law. Turning isolated immigration cases into sweeping warnings risks creating unnecessary fear within communities already navigating complex social and political realities. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews Facts Over Fear: Why alarmist reactions distort reality Recent

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Discussion

Clarifying the Debate on Unity, Diplomacy, and Leadership in the Ambazonian Struggle: Questions & Answers, a Public Dialogue Brief

The debate between Comrade Francis Mbah and Comrade MM is less about personalities and more about direction. As the struggle matures, Ambazonians must decide whether unity remains a slogan—or becomes a functioning structure capable of advancing national objectives. (Expanded Public Edition for clarity) By The Independentistnews Eduaction desk Q1. What is Comrade Francis Mbah’s central

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Editorial

America Redraws Its Strategic Map — From Middle East Entrapment to a New Circle of Partners

The question facing Washington is not whether to engage globally, but how—and under what conditions. If the United States succeeds in building partnerships grounded in mutual interest rather than inherited obligation, it may redefine its global role for the 21st century. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews For decades, the United States has been

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News commentary

U.S. Lawmaker Riley Moore Raises Questions About Colonial-Era State Structures, Sparking Debate Over Nigeria’s Amalgamation Legacy

Policy analysts stress that Riley Moore’s remarks should not be interpreted as official U.S. government policy toward Nigeria. Rather, they reflect a broader academic and political discussion about colonial legacies and post-colonial governance challenges By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews A debate over colonial-era political arrangements resurfaced in Washington this week after U.S. Congressman

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Profiles

Peter Motomby-Woleta: The Forgotten Architect of Southern Cameroons Politics

Despite his opposition to reunification, Motomby-Woleta later participated in constitutional negotiations at Foumban and Yaoundé, seeking to secure strong federal protections for West Cameroon. His involvement showed political pragmatism: if union was inevitable, autonomy had to be constitutionally safeguarded. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews In the unfolding history of Southern Cameroons, some names

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Editorial

When Ambazonians Built Industry

Among them stood industrial pioneers who saw opportunity where others saw dependency. Roads, government offices, hotels, and public infrastructure across West Cameroon did not appear by accident. They were constructed by local firms led by ambitious businessmen who believed economic dignity was inseparable from political dignity. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief There was a time

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Call for action

An Ambazonian Patriot and keen observer of the International system writes to the International actors.

OPEN LETTER TO THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY AND POTENTIAL MEDIATORS To: The Government of Norway, the United Nations, and all International Facilitators, As the conflict between the Federal Republic of Ambazonia and La République du Cameroun (LRC) enters its most decisive phase in 2026, we have observed the quiet withdrawal of various international teams from the

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