Commentary

Cameroon now faces a defining choice: remain a nation where power is arranged, or become one where power is earned. Continue as spectators, or rise as participants. History has already been written once. It does not have to be written the same way again. By a Patriot The Independentistnews contributor THE MOMENT EVERYTHING CHANGED There

The debate over labels is not superficial. It shapes how issues are understood, discussed, and addressed. Whether one speaks of “Anglophone regions” or “Southern Cameroons,” the terminology carries implications for how the situation is interpreted and what solutions are considered viable. By Timothy EnongeneGuest Editor-in-Chief, The Independentistnews4 April 2026 For decades, a quiet but calculated

What is clear is that the conversation has moved beyond symbolism. It is no longer about representation alone, but about recognition—recognition of identity, of rights, and of the principles that define belonging. By Carl SandersGuest Writer The IndependentistnewsSoho, London4 April 2026 For decades, a segment of the Anglophone elite has urged patience. The message was

What is unfolding may not always be visible, but it is deeply felt. And over time, such shifts—quiet though they may be—can redefine the relationship between people, place, and power in ways that are difficult to reverse. By Carl SandersGuest Writer The IndependentistnewsSoho, London3 April 2026 While global attention is drawn to visible violence in

What remains today is not a lawful union, but a prolonged contradiction. Ambazonia’s struggle is not merely political—it is the ultimate defense of the rule of law itself. And history has always shown that systems built on manipulation cannot endure indefinitely. Keep the faith. Hold the line. The law is on our side, and justice

What responsibility does history impose? What role should former administering powers play in present crises? And how can past decisions be reconciled with current realities in a way that prioritises peace and human dignity? By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor, The IndependentistnewsOakland County, California. April 2, 2026 The history of Southern Cameroons is often discussed in legal

France, like many global actors, operates within a complex web of strategic, economic, and diplomatic considerations. Yet, complexity does not remove the need for clarity. If values are to guide policy, then those values must be seen to apply across contexts, not selectively. By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor The Independentist NewsOakland County, California. April 2, 2026

The question, then, is not whether the Commonwealth has a role—but whether it is prepared to exercise it with the clarity and resolve that the situation demands. By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor The IndependentistnewsOakland County, California. 2 April 2026 What is the purpose of the Commonwealth today? It is often described as a “family of nations”

The metaphor often used is stark: that those who helped design the structure are now reluctant to confront its failures. Whether one agrees with that framing or not, it reflects a broader frustration—that the international response has not matched the urgency of the situation on the ground. By Lester Maddox Guest ContributorThe Independentistnews Oakland County,

The people affected by this conflict do not need more statements. They need movement—measurable, credible, and sustained. If global leadership is to retain meaning, it must be demonstrated not only in words, but in the willingness to act when it matters most. By Lester MaddoxGuest Contributor, The IndependentistnewsOakland County, California. April 1, 2026 Let us