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Traditional councils, local elders, and community leaders possess historical knowledge and legitimacy that can help bridge differences. At the same time, modern governance structures can provide technical and legal support necessary for durable solutions. By Timothy EngoneneGuest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews BAMBILI February 11, 2026 – The recent escalation of the land dispute between the brotherly
The future of the struggle depends on clarity, discipline, and commitment—not on voices that only appear when the cost has already been paid. The people will remember who stood present when history demanded courage. By Carl Sander | Soho, London The Independentistnews contributor BAMENDA 9 February 2026 – As the February 11 boycott begins, a
Local reports from cities such as Bamend, Kumba and Nkambe suggest that participation in parades can sometimes occur under strong administrative encouragement, with school authorities under pressure to ensure attendance. Officials argue that such mobilization is necessary to preserve civic life and prevent armed groups from dictating public activity. By Timothy EngoneneGuest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews
The future of Cameroon ultimately rests with its youth. Ensuring that this generation inherits opportunity rather than prolonged conflict will require political courage, inclusive dialogue, and policies that move beyond symbolism toward lasting solutions. By Timothy EngoneneGuest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews BUEA February 10, 2026 – Each February, Cameroon celebrates National Youth Day with parades, speeches,
The ghost of 1961 persists not because history refuses to fade, but because its questions remain unanswered. The future of both Cameroon and Ambazonia depends on how those questions are addressed—not in parades, but in political reality. By Timothy EngoneneGuest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentist News YAOUNDE February 10, 2026 – Each February 11, Cameroon marks National
History may have moved on, but the foundations S.K.Kilo helped build remain. Resurrecting the memory of these pioneers in classrooms and public discourse will ensure that their legacy continues to guide and inspire the generations to come. By Patrice Nsai, The Independentistnews Bamenda Correspondent In the story of Ambazonia’s economic and social development, many pioneers
Representation at the top does not automatically translate into justice or political settlement on the ground. Without substantive reforms, symbolic appointments cannot resolve deep-rooted conflicts By The Independentistnews Political Desk Ambassadorial Appointment Sparks Debate The recent appointment of Dr. Fondi Ndifontah Nyamndi as Cameroon’s ambassador to Israel has generated debate, particularly because he is widely
Cameroon’s crisis is therefore not simply political—it is structural. Without procurement transparency, independent oversight institutions, and genuine decentralization of decision-making, governance failures will persist regardless of who occupies key offices. By Mankah Rosa Parks, The Independentistnews As Cameroon continues to struggle under economic hardship, rising public frustration, and declining institutional credibility, debates about responsibility frequently
Yet history shows that systems built solely on survival tactics eventually exhaust their tricks. A mask, however prestigious, cannot indefinitely animate a failing body. As the embers at Etoudi dim, one warning remains apt: A man who hangs his shadow on a rotting tree should not be surprised when they both fall together. By Carl
The Great Institutional Mirage: Why Nkwen and Bambili Bypassed Biya’s “House of Chiefs”
Communities did not require distant administrators to resolve boundary or land disputes. Local institutions carried legitimacy because they exercised real authority. Today’s structures, many argue, fail to replicate that level of autonomy. By Timothy EngoneneGuest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews BAMENDA February 10, 2026 – The ongoing land dispute between the brotherly communities of Nkwen and Bambili