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Cameroon - News and Analysis

Who Owns the Land? Cameroon's Large-Scale Land-Grabs

As part of a trend that is accelerating across Africa, thousands of Cameroonians have been displaced from their homelands to make way for large-scale agribusiness projects.

Cameroon Kidnapping Could Signal Islamist Militants' New Cross-Border Focus

Nigerian-based militant groups look likely to expand their operational reach to neighbouring countries, as seen in the recent hostage taking in Cameroon.

Cameroon Clamps Down on Roadside Cocoa Driers

The government is taking a multi-pronged approach to tackling the unhealthy practice of drying cocoa beans on roadsides.

Cameroon: Is Biya's 2035 Dream Becoming A Delusion?

Despite more promises from President Biya, Cameroon's prospects of becoming an 'emerging nation' by 2035 show few signs of real improvement.

Time For Paul Biya to Call it a Day?

In terms of economic development, political freedoms and social indicators, 30 years of President Biya have not been kind to Cameroonians.

Speaking the Same Language? Africa and the Future of la Francophonie

As the influence of the French language declines and some turn to English, what is the place of France and la Francophonie in Africa?

More Fish in the Sea?

Diminishing fish stocks due to foreign over-fishing are endangering the food security and livelihoods of many in West and Central Africa.

Monkey Business: The Rise of Bushmeat

Tackling booming bushmeat trade will require offering local alternatives as well as effective enforcement.

Food Insecurity in Cameroon: Are New Strategies Bearing Fruit?

Five million people are at risk of hunger from food insecurity in northern Cameroon. Local initiatives are attempting to change this.

Consensual Rape in Francafrique Currency Markets

Fourteen African countries are set to suffer as a result of France's neo-colonialist self-interests.

Divided We Fall: Cameroon's Opposition Fails to Oust Paul Biya

The recent presidential elections in Cameroon have highighted the weakness of a fragmented opposition.

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