At Least 19 Killed In Maroua Suicide Bombing

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At least 19 people were killed in a suicide bombing in the northern Cameroonian town of Maroua on Saturday, a local military commander said, just three days after twin bombings there suspected to have been carried out by Boko Haram.
Residents said the female bomber struck at a bar in the Pont Vert neighborhood, close to a bridge crossing a river that runs next to the town, at around 7.50 p.m.

In the wake of the explosion, which was heard across the capital of Cameroon's North Region, military and emergency services poured over the scene in search of survivors.
A senior military officer in Maroua told Reuters at least 19 people had been killed and 62 injured in the attack.

Kenyan President To Obama: Gay Rights is "Really a Non-Issue" in Kenya

Kenya's Uhuru Kenyatta is the second African President in less than two years to reject any consideration of gay rights, as favored by U.S President Barak Obama. Last week, Nigerian President Mohammadu Buhari told Obama during a state visit to the U.S that sodomy is against the law in Nigeria.

Barack Obama who is on a visit to Kenya for the first time since becoming President, spoke strongly against discrimination today at a news conference. Uhuru Kenyatta on his part said Kenya does not share the same views. He described gay rights as "really a non-issue" in Kenya, adding that the country's priorities are in areas "that are day-to-day living for our people".

Breaking News: New Explosion In Maroua

A fresh explosion has hit the town of Maroua this evening.

Reports say the bomb exploded in the Pont Vert neighborhood. 

It is not clear if it was a suicide bombing. I just spoke with someone who says the attack happened right before his very eyes. He was drinking with friends when a very violent explosion occurred.

There is no word yet as to casualties.

Will bring you updates as I get them.

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Abaaaii!!!

How many people on one bike?

Baby in bucket looks photoshopped though

See This Humorous But Poignant Piece on How Terrorism Has Affected OurLives

How has terrorism changed your life and perspective?

Award winning Actor, Movie and Documentary producer, and my friend Alenne Menget, shared this on his Facebook page today. It is written with a touch of humor, but oh so true about the situation we find ourselves in today. 

BOKO... WETI... WE DO YOU?

I no fit sleep because of check sense
Life dong change for my country
Small pikin pass with tray groundnut for head
I di langa for chop grounds weh she sell
But fear dey my heart too much
I must check yi waist if them put bomb dey

Government Steps Up Security Measures,Encourages Use of Toll FreeNumbers to Report Terrorism

Security measures have been stepped up in the country in the wake of this week's terrorist attacks. There has been reinforcement of controls along the roads, systematic identification of persons (carry your identification documents with you everywhere), day and night patrols, etc.

Three three toll-free numbers are available to enable the population call and report any suspicious actitivities: 1500, 113 (National Gendarmerie) and 117 (Police).

Miss FESPAM 2015: Miss Cameroon Loses Out on Crown

The winner of the Miss FESPAM (Pan African Festival of Music) 2015, is 23 year old Hyllen Legre, Cote d'Ivoire's representative at the competition. Miss Gabon (Christine Pitty) and Miss Guinea (Mama Haissata Diallo), were first and second runner-up respectively.

Miss Cameroon 2015, Jessica Ngoua Nseme, who was one of the 12 candidates at the Pan African beauty pageant lost out, coming in last but one position.

Here's what she told her fans on her Facebook page...

Mohaman Sani Tanimou Snubs Installation of New ELECAM D.G

I had a hunch he would.

Mohaman Sani Tanimou's replacement as Director General of Elections, Abdoulaye Babale, was installed today Friday July 24, 2015, at the Mont Febe Hotel in Yaounde.

The 59 year old Sani Tanimou chose to abstain from the ceremony.

Maroua University Rector Refutes Rumors That Student Was One of SuicideBombers

The rector of the University of Maroua, Professor Ako Edward Oben, has refuted allegations that a University of Maroua student was one of the female suicide bombers who wrecked havoc on Wednesday July 22 in Maroua.

It is not clear what sparked the rumor, which made the rounds online and in some newspaper publications, that female student Oumahani Lawane of the Chemistry Department, was one of the bombers. 

The young lady who is recovering at the Maroua Regional hospital, after losing consciousness,

Plums Not Only Taste Nice: They're Healthy As Well

Was doing a little bit of research on African plums, and I came across this insightful article. I love plums, and right now they're in season. I'm a little bit of a health and fitness freak so I find out as

1st Ever U.N Mandela Prize To Be Awarded To Namibian Doctor and Former Portuguese President

     

The first-ever United Nations Nelson Mandela Rolihlahla Prize for outstanding contribution to the service of humanity will be awarded to Helena Ndume and Jorge Fernando Branco Sampaio at UN Headquarters in New York today Friday July 24, 2015.

Helena Ndume is an ophthalmologist whose life’s work has been dedicated to the treatment of

See Anti-Gay Stickers Kenyans Are Putting Up Ahead of Obama's Visit

              

Lol...that sticker is crazy.

Lots of Kenyans have been voicing and in this case, showing their disapproval of gay marriage, favored by U.S President Barak Obama.

President Obama whose late father was a Kenyan, has already left Washington D.C enroute for Kenya, for a three-day visit.

He recently raised the issue of gay marriage and rights with Nigerian President Mohammadu Buhari, who told him point blank, that Sodomy is against the law in Nigeria and abhorrent to their culture.

Four Former University Staff Accused of Embezzlement,On The Run

              

Between 2001 and 2005, FCFA 1.6 billion was siphoned from the coffers of the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde 1. 

The three accused of this criminal act were supposed to appear before the Special Criminal Court in Yaounde, yesterday Thursday July 22, 2015 for a hearing.

However, the defence bench was empty because, none of the accused showed up.

Job Opportunities: World Bank is Recruiting African Nationals

            

The World Bank Group is launching a recruitment drive aimed at increasing the number of Sub Saharan Africans in its work force. This commitment to hire Sub Saharan Africans reflects the Bank Group’s senior leadership commitment for a diverse workforce in which African nationals can play a key role in fighting poverty and increasing shared prosperity. Employment opportunities will be in

Wax Dey Covers July Issue of Kamerflow Magazine

           

Now that's a stunning cover.

Y'all know Wax Dey don't you?

Singer, songwriter, reality tv producer, activist, producer and more.

He's from Bamenda, and he's based in South Africa, and from the looks of it, still single!

If You're In Buea Don't Go Out After 9pm Tonight

No be me talk am oh, na Buea Council send this warning for their Facebook page

Warning! warning! warning!
On Thursday, July 23, 2015, all businesses within Buea shall close down at 9 pm at the latest. The dreaded "Nganya Dance" shall take control of the night ahead of the removal of the corpse of Chief SML Endeley from the Buea Regional Hospital on Friday, July 24. The population is called upon to remain indoors.

Meanwhile, the remains of chief Endeley will be laid in state on Friday.
I guess this puts an end to the rumor that the late Chief S.M.L Endeley was buried on the same night

Ateh Francis Bazore Earns Masters Degree!!

This is one of the Cameroonian artists whose unique dance steps has made Njang music very popular, and a well-known  Crtv journalist.

This week, he added another feather to his already colorful cap.

See Photos of Car That Caught Fire at Tradex Mendong

                              Photo credit: Etia Bah

Tradex petrol station in Mendong Yaounde, was the scene of drama yesterday Wednesday July 22, when a vehicle caught fire. See car after the cut...

Nigerian President Says He's Ready To Negotiate With Boko Haram Over Release of Chibok Girls

Over the release of the Chibok school girls, kidnapped in April 2015.

President Muhammadu Buhari , who is Washington DC and has met with President Obama, said he is willing to negotiate with leaders of militant Islamist group Boko Haram for the release of more than 200 Chibok schoolgirls.
He was speaking on Tuesday July 21, 2015, while addressing Nigerians in the United States.
During a question and answer session in Washington, Buhari said his administration would only

Samuel Eto'o : "Terrorism Will Not Win"

                       

The Cameroonian soccer star just posted this photo on his Facebook page, and the following message.