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The Strategic Purge – Why the End of ‘Engineered’ Factions May Mark a Turning Point

For those who support the cause, the hope is that current phase will mark not the fragmentation of the movement, but the beginning of a more unified and disciplined chapter. By Timothy Enongene Guest Editor-in-Chief TheIndependentistnews Revolutions and national liberation movements often pass through difficult phases of internal fragmentation before reaching a moment of consolidation.

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Beyond the ‘Interim’– The Institutionalization of the Ambazonian State

For supporters of Ambazonia, the message is clear: the struggle is no longer simply about resistance. It is about preparing the foundations of a nation they believe is waiting to be born. By Timothy Enongene Guest Editor-in-Chief The Independentist News For many years, the political narrative surrounding the struggle of the former British Southern Cameroons

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The Final Push: Why the Last Days Are the Toughest — and Why Hope Endures

The final chapters of long struggles are rarely simple. But history also reminds us that even the most entrenched conflicts eventually give way to new political realities. The question facing all parties today is what kind of future they are prepared to build when that moment arrives. By Carl Sanders, Guest WriterThe Independentistnews, Soho, London

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The Only Chair at the Table: Why Dr. Samuel Ikome Sako Is an Unavoidable Voice in the Ambazonian Question

In that unfolding story, Dr. Samuel Ikome Sako remains one of the most prominent voices shaping the direction of the Ambazonian cause. Whether viewed as a unifying leader, a transitional figure, or a central negotiator for the future, his role in the trajectory of the struggle is unlikely to disappear from the political conversation anytime

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Beyond the Python’s Gullet: Why Ambazonians Reject Yaoundé’s Constitutional Reforms

As the conflict continues to shape the lives of millions in the region, one reality remains clear: constitutional amendments alone are unlikely to end a war rooted in historical grievances, contested narratives of statehood, and years of human suffering. By Carl Sanders, Guest WriterThe Independentistnews, Soho, London YAOUNDE – March 8 , 2026 – As

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The Unbroken Path: Why Dr. Samuel Ikome Sako Remains a Central Figure in the Ambazonian Struggle

For many supporters of the independence cause, Dr. Samuel Ikome Sako represents a measure of continuity during a turbulent period in the movement’s history. Whether viewed as a unifying figure, a transitional leader, or one voice among several shaping the future of the struggle, his role in the unfolding narrative of Ambazonia is undeniable By

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The Great Internal Reckoning – Do the Belgian Arrests Signal a Turning Point?

For supporters of the broader Ambazonian cause, however, the central issue remains unchanged: the aspiration for dignity, recognition, and a political future that reflects the will of the people in the territory historically known as Southern Cameroons By Timothy Enongene, Guest Editor-in-Chief The Independentistnews. BRUSSELS – 6 March 2026 – The recent detention of several

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BEYOND THE BORDER OF LIES: Why Many of Our People Chose the name Ambazonia Over other LRC’s Labels

For those who identify with the Ambazonian vision, the name represents a belief that their story, culture, and political aspirations deserve recognition. For others, the debate continues. What remains certain is that the discussion about identity, history, and self-determination will continue to shape the political landscape of the region for years to come By Timothy

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As Bamenda Awaits Rome: Pope Leo XIV’s Imminent Visit Reawakens a Conflict the World Tried to Forget

By bringing renewed global attention to the crisis, the visit may help transform awareness into moral responsibility. At the very least, it provides an opportunity for reflection, renewed dialogue, and constructive engagement toward a peaceful resolution. By Colbert Gwain | The Muteff Factor (formerly The Colbert Factor) Beyond ceremony and liturgy, the presence of His

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The African History They Tried to Erase: 130 Years After Adwa, We Remember the Day Africa Broke Empire’s Spine.

The deeper challenge is this: Can modern African states reclaim the discipline, solidarity, and strategic imagination that allowed Ethiopia to stand firm when the world expected it to fall? BY M C FOLO The Independentistnews contributor The conflict began with the Treaty of Wuchale (1889), signed between Emperor Menelik II and Italy. The Italian version

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