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religion2 days ago•3 min saved

Pope Leo XIV Sets Out on His First Africa Tour Across Four Nations

Pope Leo XIV will undertake a 10-day pastoral visit to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea from April 13-23, marking his first Africa trip as pope; the itinerary includes Algiers and Annaba; Yaoundé, Bamenda and Douala; Luanda, Muxima and Saurimo; and Malabo, Mongomo and Bata. The visit highlights Africa's growing importance to the Catholic Church, which is home to about 20% of the world's Catholics; the official schedule has not yet been released.

via BBC|

#africa-trip #algeria #cameroon

world4 days ago•6 min saved

Third-country deportations put gay asylum seeker at risk in Africa

Farah, a 21-year-old Moroccan lesbian with a U.S. protection order, fled violence, sought asylum in the U.S. but was denied and eventually deported through a third-country to Cameroon, then Morocco—raising concerns that third-country removals bypass due process and threaten asylum seekers facing danger.

via Los Angeles Times|

#asylum #cameroon #deportations

world11 days ago•6 min saved

New US Deportation Flight to Cameroon Triggers Legal Scrutiny

AP reports a fresh group of third-country nationals was deported from the United States to Cameroon on Monday, following earlier disclosures that nine others were secretly sent there last month. Several of the nine reportedly had protection orders, prompting lawyers to say deporting to a third country can sidestep due process. The broader practice involves several African nations paying to accept deportees to deter migrants, a move the administration defends as enforcing immigration policy while critics warn of human-rights risks; U.S. officials have acknowledged Cameroon deportations but offered limited details.

via AP News|

#cameroon #deportations #immigration

world11 days ago•6 min saved

Secret U.S. Deportations to Cameroon Highlight Legal and Human-rights Risks

The New York Times reports that the Trump administration secretly flew nine migrants—most with U.S. court protections—from detention centers to Cameroon in January, in a covert removal that raises questions about legality, transparency, and the safety of those who fled persecution.

via The New York Times|

#asylum #cameroon #deportation

health13 days ago•1 min saved

Four Months in Isolation: Cameroon’s TB Ward Highlights Outdated Care

In northern Cameroon, patients with drug-resistant TB are kept in an isolation ward for months under a policy deemed obsolete in wealthier nations, reflecting resource gaps that prevent updating practice and separating families from care.

via The New York Times|

#cameroon #global-health #health

health24 days ago•1 min saved

Aid Cuts Put Africa’s River Blindness Elimination at Risk

U.S. funding cuts in 2025 disrupted a program to distribute drugs and prevent river blindness in Cameroon, jeopardizing hard-won gains and raising fears the disease could rebound across Africa as affected communities rely on contaminated rivers and delayed treatment.

via The New York Times|

#cameroon #health #neglected-tropical-diseases

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

Morocco Advances to AFCON 2025 Semifinals After Defeating Cameroon

Morocco defeated Cameroon 2-0 to reach the AFCON 2025 semi-finals, with goals from Brahim Díaz and Ismail Saibari, ending a long-standing losing streak against Cameroon. Senegal also advanced after a 1-0 win over Mali, with Iliman Ndiaye scoring his first goal at the tournament. Both matches showcased strong performances from the winning teams, setting up semi-final clashes against other top African nations.

via Confédération Africaine de Football|

#afcon2025 #cameroon #morocco

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

AFCON 2025: Ivory Coast and Cameroon Secure Key Wins Amidst Drama

The final matches of Group F at AFCON 2025 concluded with Côte d’Ivoire topping the group on goal difference after a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Gabon, while Cameroon also advanced after a victory over Mozambique. The tournament now moves to the knockout stage, with the action heating up as teams vie for the remaining spots.

via Confédération Africaine de Football|

#afcon2025 #cameroon #cote-divoire

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Algeria's AFCON Triumphs and Personal Stories Highlight Football's Unifying Power

Algeria opened their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 3-0 win over Sudan, with Riyad Mahrez scoring twice, while Côte d’Ivoire secured a 1-0 victory against Mozambique, and Cameroon beat Gabon 1-0 in their opener. Burkina Faso also won dramatically against Equatorial Guinea with two stoppage-time goals. The tournament featured notable performances, red cards, and historic moments, setting the stage for an exciting competition.

via The Guardian|

#afcon #algeria #cameroon

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Paul Biya Re-elected as Cameroon’s President Amid Election Protests and International Criticism

Paul Biya, Cameroon's 92-year-old president, was sworn in for an eighth term amid controversy and protests following a disputed election where he claimed victory with 54% of the vote, despite opposition claims of fraud and resulting deadly protests.

via BBC|

#cameroon #election #paul-biya

world4 months ago•6 min saved

Paul Biya Secures Re-election as Cameroon’s Longest-Serving Leader

92-year-old President Paul Biya has been re-elected for an eighth term in Cameroon amid controversy, questions about his health and governance style, and ongoing social and regional tensions, highlighting his long-standing and complex rule in the country.

via BBC|

#cameroon #election #paul-biya

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Cameroon's 92-Year-Old President Paul Biya Secures Eighth Term Amid Unrest

Cameroon's 92-year-old President Paul Biya has claimed an eighth term amid disputed election results that sparked protests and unrest across the country, with opposition figures alleging election fraud and warning of potential instability.

via NPR|

#cameroon #disputed-results #election

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Cameroon's 92-Year-Old President Paul Biya Wins Eighth Term Amid Protests

Paul Biya, Cameroon's 92-year-old president, has won his eighth term in a disputed election marked by violence and protests, with opposition claims of electoral malpractice and widespread unrest across the country.

via BBC|

#cameroon #controversy #election

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Cameroon's 92-Year-Old President Biya Wins Re-election Amid Unrest

92-year-old Cameroonian President Paul Biya has been re-elected for an eighth term amid allegations of irregularities and concerns over his health and leadership continuity, with violence reported during the election process.

via Bloomberg.com|

#age #cameroon #election

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Clashes and casualties as Cameroon protests escalate before election results

Violent protests erupted across Cameroon as supporters of opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who claims to have won the presidential election, clashed with security forces amid disputed results and allegations of electoral irregularities, just before the official announcement by the constitutional council.

via BBC|

#biya #cameroon #election