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Paul Monyonge Kale: Architect of Southern Cameroons’ Parliamentary Tradition Speaker of the West Cameroon House of Assembly (1961–1966)

Today, Kale’s legacy endures in the parliamentary traditions and political consciousness he helped shape. His life mirrors the journey of a generation that moved from colonial subjection toward political participation and governance in the making of modern Cameroon and Southern Cameroons’ political history. By Kemi Ashu and Timothy Enongene, Guest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews Early Life

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News commentary

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

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Investigative report

Gold, Power, and Uncertainty: What Cameroon’s Export Discrepancies Reveal About Elite Capital Flight

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

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Rebuttal/Response

The Chris Anu/ Guardian post Memorandum: A critical look Vis-à-vis the Position of the government of the Southern Cameroons – Ambazonia and the Representation of Homeland Self-Defense Forces

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.

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Commentary

Southern Cameroons–Ambazonia: History, Identity, and the Politics of Naming: Why Dual or Evolving National Names Reflect Historical Reality Rather Than Division

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

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Tributes

REVOLUTIONARY TRIBUTE TO A TITAN OF JUSTICE AND PAN-AFRICAN SOLIDARITY: REV. JESSE JACKSON, SR.

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

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News commentary

CHASING FLIES WHILE THE MEAT ROTS: A RESPONSE TO THE MP FOR NWA

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

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News analysis

THE NWA VIOLENCE AND THE DEBATE OVER MILITIA ACTIVITY: COMPETING NARRATIVES AND A CALL FOR ACCOUNTABILITY

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

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Communique

The Government of Ambazonia alerts the International community on La Republic du cameroon’s carnage in Nwa LGA, Donga and Mantung County

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Commentary

BEYOND THE FRAGMENTATION: THE 2025 LEADERS’ PACT AND THE SEARCH FOR A COHESIVE FRONT

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

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