"The Government of Cameroon has become aware of a series of false allegations and untruths, disseminated in certain international media, tending to discredit, in a general way, the National Defense and Security Forces, and in particular, on the BIR, the Rapid Intervention Battalion, an elite unit engaged in several operational theaters, whose dedication and bravery, heroism and feats of arms, are appreciated by all and hailed by the entire nation." Sadi said.
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Cameroon’s conflict hit regions declared “economically stricken”
This status, according to the laws in force in the country, allows the State to offer various incentives to companies wishing to settle in these areas affected by insecurity. These incentives take the form of tax exemption for a period of 3 years.
Amnesty International demands justice for two women killed by Cameroonian soldiers in the Far North region
“This horrifying video shone a spotlight on the way civilians in Cameroon’s Far North have been ensnared in atrocities amid the fight against Boko Haram." Daoud cried out.
Cameroon goes PR offensive to counter reports of rights violations
Asked about the country's human rights record, Clout defended its work. “Clout is pleased to be working with Cameroon to highlight the strong and developing relationship between our two countries,” the firm said in a statement. The firm noted that Cameroon had “been a longtime partner to U.S. military operations in Africa, and serves as a key ally in the United States’ effort to combat the radical Islamist group Boko Haram, which has for far too long victimized and ravaged innocent civilians in the region.”
German MP defends his country’s decision to end military assistance to Cameroon, insists mediation to end separatist conflict is the priority
After leading a delegation of German MPs to Cameroon, Hon Christoph Hoffman says there's a need for Germany to play its part towards a peaceful resolution of the separatist conflict. "We see more of a role for Germany to mediate in the conflict in the South West rather than give more military aid to Cameroon security forces."
Humanitarian organizations demand more funding to meet increasing needs of crisis-stricken victims
"We were traders. Now we do not even have enough money to send our children to school. We need more livelihoods to meet the needs of our families, "said Adjana Mohamed, one of many displaced people who fled Boko Haram in Nigeria and found refuge in the Far north of Cameroon. The case is also evident in the North West and South West regions where humanitarian agencies are calling for increased support to meet the needs of over half a million internally displaced persons and about 40.000 refugees in south eastern Nigeria, affected by the separatist conflict.
Canadian legislators want more international engagement towards the resolution of Cameroon’s separatist conflict
Following these preliminary findings, other relevant observations made on the ever-increasing deterioration of the situation in Cameroon have led parliamentarians to conclude globally the need for greater and energetic involvement of the international community in the tragedy.
IRC Chief fears escalation of Boko Haram and Ambazonia conflicts due to “grave hole in international response”
On the Ambazonia separatist conflict in the North West and South West region, he said he was told by a colleague that, the conflict has grown in demands and scope. Hear him, "20 or 30 years ago, more power for the Anglophone region was the demand. Then the demand became federalism. Then the demand became separatism. You see that when needs are not met and when injustices are not tended to, there is radicalization and there's an out-flanking. The great danger is that we reach a point of no return."
Cameroon’s Rights watchdog cautions journalists and politicians to be responsible in the face of violence, tribalism and hate speech
The National Commission for Human Rights and Freedoms also condemned the incidents that marked the stay of the presidential couple in Geneva, "marked by acts of violence and the irresponsible attitude of some Cameroonians in the diaspora." They are calling for the respect for the intimacy of the presidential couple and their rights, as well as the respect of the laws and regulations of the host countries.
Disgruntled US Senators Introduce NDAA Amendment To Halt Security Assistance To Cameroon
“America’s strength is in our values. We can no longer remain complicit in actions that are used to commit gross violations of internationally recognized human rights. American military assistance can no longer prop up Cameroon’s military and security forces who are attacking innocent civilians,” said Cardin. “While Cameroon is an important partner in combatting Boko Haram, and our amendment will not interfere with those efforts, we must make clear that the violence against the people of Cameroon is unacceptable. Schools are closed. Armed groups are attacking civilians and especially refugees. The health system is breaking down. The government must make substantial changes that benefit the safety and well-being of the people of Cameroon.”
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