NewsWatch Cameroon

23/12/2025

Cameroon’s prospect, Ngono claimed a historic victory in his PFL MMA debut in the Republic of Benin on Saturday, December 20, 2025.

The 26-year-old former National champion put up a heroic performance, dominating Ivorian Meledje Yedoh throughout their three-round Light Heavyweight Showcase bout at the inaugural PFL Africa Finals in Cotonou to claim a dominant decision win.

https://newswatchcameroon.com/cameroons-styve-ngono-claims-victory-in-historic-pfl-debut/

23/12/2025

Three suspected traffickers have been arrested in Bertoua in the East Region of for the illegal possession and trafficking of African grey parrots.

The traffickers that included a Ghanaian national were arrested during a crackdown operation conducted by wildlife officials of the East Regional Delegation of Forestry and Wildlife with technical assistance from the Last Great Ape Organisation .

Three suspected traffickers have been arrested in Bertoua in the East Region of Cameroon for the illegal possession and trafficking

21/12/2025

Cote d'Ivoire’s Abraham Bably, Guinea Bissau’s Yabna N’Tchala, South Africa’s Nkosi Ndebele and Nigeria’s Wasi Adeshina are pioneer PFL Africa Champions in the Heavyweight, Welterweight, Bantamweight and Featherweight respectively.

They were crowned during the Finals of the inaugural Tournament held at the iconic Sofitel Dome in Benin’s largest city, Cotonou on Saturday, December 20, 2025.

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Mixed Marial Arts global powerhouse, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) successfully concluded its inaugural PFL Africa season on Saturday, December

19/12/2025

Ahead of the PFL Africa finals here Cotonou, Benin 🇧🇯 tomorrow, the most recognizable name in from Africa, Francis N'Gannou, will today speak at a panel about the development of the sports in .

18/12/2025

Cameroon’s combat sports pride will take center stage at the finals of the inaugural Professional Fighters League PFL Africa Tournament at the iconic Sofitel Dome in Cotonou, , on Saturday, December 20.

The event will feature 11 bouts, including four title fights and seven showcases, spotlighting rising stars from across the continent.

Each winner of the tournament bouts the Heavyweight, Welterweight, Bantamweight, and Featherweight divisions will claim a massive $100,000 prize (about FCFA 60 million) in addition to prestigious title of pioneer champion.

The eyes of the mixed martial arts world turn to Cotonou this Saturday, December 20, as the Professional Fighters League

15/12/2025

The of Buea, UBC Alumni Association (UBCAA) has marked a historic milestone by formally recognizing academic excellence among graduating members of the University of Buea Choir during the University of Buea graduation ceremony held in Molyko on December 12th, 2025.

Four awardees each received a Certificate of Academic Excellence and a cash stipend of 100,000 FCFA, made possible through UBCAA’s ongoing fundraising efforts, as part of a broader commitment to easing post-graduation transitions and institutionalizing excellence.

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The University of Buea Choir Alumni Association (UBCAA) has marked a historic milestone by formally recognizing academic excellence among graduating

11/12/2025

As the first year of the inaugural Africa season of global Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotion, the PFL MMA, draws to a close with crowning of pioneer PFL Africa Champions, the General Manager of the League, Elias Schulze, has said the sports has seen remarkable growth on the continent, thanks largely to the active involvement of its Chairman and superstar, Francis N'Gannou.

Ahead of the finals in Cotonou, Benin on Saturday, December 20, Schulze has praised Ngannou’s hands-on leadership and inspiring journey, which he says resonates deeply with fighters.

Our report on the link below.

As the first year of the inaugural Africa season of global Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promotion, the Professional Fighters League

10/12/2025

The British High Commissioner to , Matt Woods, was granted audience by the Minister of Territorial Administration Paul Atanga Nji at Ministère de l'Administration Territoriale du Cameroun today.

Frank and constructive meeting today with Cameroon’s Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji. The UK 🇬🇧 values its strong partnership with Cameroon 🇨🇲 and remains committed to working together to advance peace, stability, and democratic governance built on mutual respect.

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Rencontre franche et constructive ce jour avec le MINAT, Paul Atanga Nji. Le Royaume-Uni apprécie 🇬🇧 le partenariat avec le Cameroun 🇨🇲 et reste déterminé à travailler ensemble pour faire progresser la paix, la stabilité et la gouvernance démocratique fondée sur le respect mutuel.

Ministère de l'Administration Territoriale du Cameroun
MINREX, Ministère des Relations Extérieures du Cameroun

08/12/2025

Dr Nick Ngwanyam clarifies his “red-carpet treatment for Tchiroma 2025” statement. Explains he employed that expression to convey the idea that the 2025 presidential candidate should be brought back — from wherever he currently is — so that the country can hold a genuine, inclusive national dialogue. The aim, he clarifies, is to resolve the serious political crisis is facing before it degenerates further.

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Today is the 6th of December 2025, and I am recording this video to clarify a few points. A few

05/12/2025

In today’s edition:

We look into the death in detention of politician, Anicet Ekane. Arrested on October 24 in Douala and charged with “insurrection, incitement to rebellion, propagation of fake news, electoral fraud,” among others, he died on Monday, December 1, in Yaounde.

In politics, the November budgetary session of parliament has ended in Yaounde with lawmakers clapping through the 2026 finance bill as proposed by government.

Then, the Ndu Council Official in the Donga Mantung Division of the volatile North West region earmarks roads, water and youth empowerment with over FCFA 1.2 billion budget for 2026.

These and more in this edition that is available on the newsstands and on ekiosque.cm and Yello’Kiosk by MTN Cameroon.

02/12/2025

Limbe-based lawyer, Arrey Collins has been appointed director of the International Human Rights Council (IHRC) office in – an organization focused on promoting and safeguarding across the globe with United Nations Economic and Social Council ( ) Consultative Status.

Barrister Arrey Collins will oversee a 21-member team in President Paul Biya's country.

Our report on the link below.

Limbe-based lawyer, Arrey Collins has been appointed director of the International Human Rights Council (IHRC) office in Cameroon - an

02/12/2025

Cameroon will not be represented in this year’s NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator, as no Cameroonian tech startup made it onto the shortlist of 10 finalists announced for the program’s second edition.

The absence is notable given the strong participation of early-stage ventures across the continent and the growing interest in sports-tech innovation within Central Africa.

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Cameroon will not be represented in this year’s NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator, as no Cameroonian tech startup made it onto