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Diplomacy Is Not Optics: Why One Appointment Cannot Change the Reality of Cameroon’s Crisis. Symbolism Abroad Cannot Substitute for Political Solutions at Home

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

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Commentary

Centralized Power, Broken Systems: Why Cameroon’s Governance Crisis Persists — and the Ambazonian Question

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

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News analysis

The Dying Embers of Etoudi: Decoding Biya’s 2026 Survival Manual

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

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Opinion

Cabinet Reshuffles Cannot Solve the Cameroon–Ambazonian Conflict

In the present context, and with speculations around International figures like Vera Songwe, new appointments risk being perceived less as solutions and more as attempts to stabilize public perception without addressing foundational concerns. By Lester MaddoxOakland County, California guest contributor The Independentistnews Oakland 9 February 2026 – For more than three decades, President Paul Biya’s

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Politics Business and politics

Epstein and the Epstein Files: Power, Exploitation, and the Lessons for Smaller Nations

The Epstein case and the political tensions in Cameroon arise from very different circumstances, yet both reveal a similar warning: power without accountability breeds abuse, and systems that ignore injustice eventually face instability. By Ali Dan Ismael, Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews The name Jeffrey Epstein has become one of the most disturbing symbols of elite power,

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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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