VATICAN CITY – APRIL 18: Cardinals of the Catholic Church attend the election conclave in the Sistine Chapel on April 18, 2005 at the Vatican, Vatican City. The 115 Cardinals will elect a successor to Pope John Paul II during the Conclave in the Chapel, at which point symbolic white smoke rising from the chimney will announce to the world that they have reached a decision. (Photo by Arturo Mari – Vatican Pool/ Getty Images)
The Vatican has announced that cardinals will gather in a secret conclave next month to elect the next pope, following the death of Pope Francis. The closed-door meeting will begin on May 7 in the Sistine Chapel, with approximately 135 cardinals from around the world in attendance. A Momentous Occasion After Pope Francis’ Passing Pope […]
Biya’s absence at Pope’s funeral has more meaning than meets the eye
April 26, 2025, was a solemn day at the Vatican, as world leaders and religious figures gathered to bid farewell to Pope Francis. He is the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church. His funeral, held at Saint Peter’s Square, witnessed the presence of thousands of people from around the globe. This included political heavyweights […]
Pope francis Entombed in special ceremony
The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis has been entombed at the Basilica of St. Mary Major in central Rome. This marks the first time in over a century that a pope has been buried outside the Vatican. The Holy See described the burial as a “private and solemn moment,” attended only by close aides and […]
Who will be attending Pope Francis’ Funeral
The funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday at the age of 88, will draw an array of international dignitaries and leaders to Rome on Saturday, April 26, 2025. From heads of state to royals, the guest list for the outdoor ceremony in St. Peter’s Square reflects the global influence and importance of […]
Mballa Mbella, the Minister of External Relations of Cameroon, visited the Apostolic Nunciature on April 24, 2024, to sign the condolence book
Mballa Mbella, the Minister of External Relations of Cameroon, visited the Apostolic Nunciature on April 24, 2024, to sign the condolence book. This follows the recent passing of Pope Francis I. This act additionally served as a formal gesture to express condolences to the Vatican delegation accredited to Cameroon. Meeting with Apostolic Nuncio Upon arrival […]
Pope Francis advocated for peace in Africa
As Africa and the world reflect on the life and papacy of Pope Francis, Africa mourns not only the passing of a spiritual leader but also a rare global figure who gave sustained attention to the continent’s struggles and aspirations. His legacy is marked by a consistent and vocal commitment to peace, justice, and the […]
Crowds gather to pay respects to Pope Francis
The body of Pope Francis was brought from his Santa Marta residence to St Peter’s Basilica in a simple wooden coffin, as per his wishes. Led by a procession of cardinals, the late pontiff will lie in state for public viewing ahead of his funeral on Saturday. Thousands are expected to pay their respects. Mimi […]
Presbyterian Church in Cameroon Mourns Passing of Pope Francis
The Presbyterian Church in Cameroon has issued a condolence message following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. In a statement released Tuesday 22 April 2025, the Church joined the global Christian community in mourning the Pontiff. They recognised his profound impact on Christendom and the wider world. Biblical Comfort in Mourning The message, signed […]
President Biya expresses wishes to the late Pope Francis
The President of Cameroon, Paul Biya, and key opposition figures have paid tribute to the head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday. Pope Francis, aged 88, celebrated Easter Sunday before dying the following day. The Vatican has confirmed that he died of a stroke. Reactions have been pouring in […]
The Bishop of Buea, like the rest of the Roman Catholic Church, is mourning the passing of its leader, Pope Francis. The pope died Monday, April 21, at the Vatican after an over two-month battle with illness. Francis, who was the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, died at the age of 88. After […]
US Vice President JD Vance with Pope Francis
On Easter Sunday, as Christians around the world celebrated the resurrection of Christ, US Vice President JD Vance visited the Vatican and met with Pope Francis in what would become the pontiff’s final meeting with a public official. Less than 24 hours later, Pope Francis passed away. “Today I met with the Holy Father Pope […]
Pope Francis I
Tributes from around the world are pouring in following the death of Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, who passed away early Monday morning at the age of 88. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father,” Farrell […]
Pope Francis speaks the Easter blessing “urbi et orbi” from the central loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, April 20, 2025. | Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA
Pope Francis marked Easter Sunday in 2025 in a manner distinct from previous years. The pontiff was present at the Vatican, but Archbishop Diego Ravelli, the Master of Pontifical Liturgical Celebrations, delivered the traditional “urbi et orbi” blessing instead of him. This came as the 88-year-old Pope remains convalescing and physically limited. In a brief […]
Boris or his brother was killed by separatist fighters
Separatist fighters in the Anglophone region face accusations of extrajudicially killing a young man in Ekona. He was initially identified as Boris, although this identification has been challenged on social media. Some sources indicate that the victim is actually Kogge Blaise Dewah, the junior brother of Boris. Conflicting Identification and Alleged Motive Initial reports, citing […]
Trump Administration ends TPS for Cameroonians despite escalating violence
The Trump administration has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 7,900 Cameroonians residing legally in the United States. The decision will also affect around 14,600 Afghans who had received similar protections, as confirmed on Friday by a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). TPS, a designation created under the […]
Separatist group claims responsibility through Benedict Kuah
A separatist group has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack at Hospital Roundabout in Bamenda on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, which resulted in the death of one police officer and left several others injured, including another officer, a gendarme, and a civilian. AgovC Claims Involvement via Social Media Social media accounts identified as the Ambazonian […]
Commander Luther who led the military to Never Lack
A known Ambazonia separatist fighter, identified as “Never Lack,” was killed on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in Ekona. The killing follows an ambush involving the Cameroonian armed forces. The Cameroonian military apprehended a separatist fighter known as Angaiboh Luther (Commander Luther), according to reports. Subsequently, this individual reportedly led the armed forces to the location […]
The Ambazonia separatist warlord serving two masters
Ngeh Cyprian, better known in the restive North-West region of Cameroon as “Major General The Only Bro,” has long been feared for his ruthless leadership of a separatist armed faction. Known for violent raids, kidnappings, and extortion, Cyprian styles himself as a freedom fighter in the Ambazonian struggle. But an exclusive new video obtained by […]
Joseph Beti Assomo, visited wounded soldiers on April 4 as Biya’s envoy
It is exactly two weeks after a deadly Boko Haram attack killed at least 12 Cameroonian soldiers in Wulgo, near the Nigerian border. The attack which occured on the night of March 24-25, 2025 also left many wounded. However, President Paul Biya remains silent, publicly, at least. While the Minister Delegate at the Presidency in […]
Michèle Ndoki Mobilizes Northern Cameroon for Nationwide Election Monitoring
Prominent Cameroonian lawyer and activist Maître Michèle Ndoki has embarked on a strategic tour of the country’s three northernmost regions. These are the Far North, North, and Adamawa regions. Her aim is to mobilise citizens to join Disô. This is an ambitious electoral monitoring initiative led by civil society group Les Bâtisseurs de la Nation […]