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  • Yaounde Hosts 14th Ministerial Conference of World Trade Organization: What Cameroon Stands to Gain


    From March 26 to 29, 2026, Cameroon will host the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in Yaoundé. The conference, is the highest decision-making meeting of the global trade body.

    This major event will bring together trade ministers from over 160 countries. They will be in the country to shape the rules that govern international trade.

    Also worth noting is that it will be the second time an African country has hosted such a conference. Such conferences are often held in Geneva, which is the headquarters of the WTO and has the necessary logistics to hold such high-level meetings.

    However, things are beginning to change. In 2015, Nairobi (Kenya) hosted MC10 or the the 10th Ministerial Conference, which focused on global economic governance. Kenya yesterday and Cameroon today highlight the continent’s growing voice in international trade issues.

    The hosting of MC14 in Yaounde is a diplomatic honour for Cameroon and also a strategic opportunity.

    Direct economic benefits

    Thousands of delegates are expected in Yaoundé. They will boost hotels, transport, tourism, and local services. Preparations already include expanded accommodation capacity and training for hospitality workers to meet international standards.

    Cameroon gains international visibility and credibility.

    Hosting positions the country as a reliable partner in global trade diplomacy and strengthens its image as a destination for investment and business.

    Influence at the negotiation table

    As host — and with Cameroon’s Trade Minister chairing the conference — the country can help shape discussions that affect developing economies, particularly in Africa.


    Access to global markets under agreed rules


    More broadly, WTO membership itself gives Cameroon access to global markets under agreed rules, protection through a dispute settlement system, and opportunities to negotiate better trade conditions. Hold in mind that the WTO sets the rules on tariffs, subsidies, and trade practices — essentially “how the world buys and sells.”

    Several major issues are likely to dominate discussions. For example, in the area of agriculture and food security, developing countries will be pushing for fairer rules, especially on subsidies that disadvantage African farmers.

    Regarding the reform of the WTO system, which is another point on the agenda, members will debate how to modernise the organisation and restore its dispute settlement mechanism, which has faced challenges in recent years.

    The third and intriguing one is digital trade and e-commerce, which is not legislated so far. Digital trade is now a major part of global commerce; new rules are needed to govern online transactions and data flows.

    There is also the development and special treatment which African countries are seeking. They want stronger provisions that give them flexibility to grow their economies.

    Finally, the ministers will take on the question of fisheries and environmental sustainability. Building on past agreements, countries will discuss protecting ocean resources while supporting livelihoods. Today, multinational companies literally sweep, with impunity, water resources along coastlines where weak countries cannot do anything but painfully watch their coastal environments degrade.

    At the end of the day, MC14 comes at a critical time for the global trading system. For Africa — and Cameroon in particular — it is a rare chance not just to host the conversation, but to help shape the future of global trade.


    Che Tembuck

  • Pope Leo XIV Visits Cameroon in April 2026

    The Civil Cabinet of the Presidency of the Republic of Cameroon, has announced the head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV to Cameroon from April 15 to 18, 2026.

    According to the release, the Pope will travel to Douala, Bamenda and Yaounde.

    The Holy See press office also indicated that the Pope will be on a ten day Apostolic Journey to Africa. He is scheduled to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea from April 13 to 23.

    An Apostolic Journey that will take him in the footsteps of Saint Augustine in Algeria, where he will visit Algiers and Annaba; then visiting Cameroon in Central Africa, with stops in Yaoundé, Bamenda and Douala; Angola, where he will visit Luanda, Muxima and Saurimo; and finally, Equatorial Guinea, where he will visit Mala, Mongomo and Bata.

    Papal Visits To Cameroon

    Pope Leo XIV is the third Sovereign pontiff to visit Cameroon after that of two popes have officially visited the country on three separate occasions:

    Pope John Paul II (1985): Visited from August 10 to 14, 1985. During this four-day trip, he traveled to Yaoundé, Douala, Garoua, and Bamenda.

    Pope John Paul II (1995): Visited for a second time from September 14 to 16, 1995. The primary purpose was the proclamation of the Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation, Ecclesia in Africa, in Yaoundé.

    Pope Benedict XVI (2009): Visited from March 17 to 20, 2009. This was his first trip to the African continent as Pope, during which he promulgated the Instrumentum laboris for the Second Special Synod for Africa.

    Pope Leo XIV: Early Life

    Pope Leo XIV, prior to his election was known as Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. He was the Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops.

    The 267th Bishop of Rome was born on September 14, 1955, in Chicago. He is the first Augustinian Pope, and the second Pontiff after Pope Francis to come from the Americas.
    He spent many years as a missionary in Peru before being elected head of the Augustinians for two consecutive terms.

    First Augustinian Pope
    The new Bishop of Rome , Illinois, to Louis Marius Prevost, of French and Italian descent, and Mildred Martínez, of Spanish descent. He has two brothers, Louis Martín and John Joseph.

    He spent his childhood and adolescence with his family and studied first at the Minor Seminary of the Augustinian Fathers and then at Villanova University in Pennsylvania, where in 1977 he earned a Degree in Mathematics and also studied Philosophy.

    On September 1 of the same year, Prevost entered the novitiate of the Order of Saint Augustine (O.S.A.) in Saint Louis, in the Province of Our Lady of Good Counsel of Chicago, and made his first profession on September 2, 1978. On August 29, 1981, he made his solemn vows.

    The future Pontiff received his theological education at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. At the age of 27, he was sent by his superiors to Rome to study Canon Law at the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum).

    Elvis Teke

  • Youth Day 2026: President Paul Biya’s message to the Youth

    HEAD OF STATE’S MESSAGE TO THE YOUTH ON THE OCCASION OF THE 60TH EDITION OF THE NATIONAL YOUTH DAY

    Yaounde, 10 February 2026

    My dear young compatriots,

    The celebration of this sixtieth edition of the National Youth Day is once more a welcome opportunity for me to address you on the many issues that concern you.
    I am aware that these issues relate to your current situation, but also, and above all, to your future. They concern your difficulties, frustrations, fears and worries. They also relate to your hopes, expectations and legitimate aspirations.

    My dear young compatriots,

    I am fully aware of your concerns, all the more so because, under my authority, the Government is making tireless and commendable efforts to seek appropriate solutions to them.

    This comes as no surprise. I have never stopped, and will never stop, caring about you.

    My dear young compatriots,

    As I address you this evening, just a few months after my re-election as President of the Republic, I wish to express my deep satisfaction for the role you played in this election and, above all, to thank you most sincerely for your invaluable support, without which none of this would have been possible.

    I am aware that the key element in this particularly hard-fought election was undoubtedly the support of a large majority of young people for the vision for society as well as your appreciation of the track record I presented. I also sincerely believe that it reflects the trust and loyalty you have consistently shown me since I assumed office at the helm of our country. For this, I am deeply grateful to you.

    My dear young compatriots,

    When taking the oath of office, I made a solemn commitment before you and before the entire Nation, to devote all my energies for the advent of a stable, united and prosperous Cameroon.

    I intend to honour this commitment, regardless of the difficulties and obstacles arising from an ever increasingly challenging international environment. I am convinced that we will succeed in achieving this objective together, thanks to my unwavering determination, your courage and your multiple talents.

    My dear young compatriots,

    I am aware that some of you are at a loss when you encounter difficulties in finding a job or achieving your goals. This prompts you to doubt the future and to give up on your dreams or embark on some dangerous venture.

    This can, in no way, be the solution. I encourage them to rather persevere. I encourage them to continue to trust their abilities. I encourage them to continue to be enterprising and forge ahead, no matter the difficulties and obstacles. This is the key to success.

    My dear young compatriots,

    I promised you in my recent speeches, that your integration into the labour market would be one of the main priorities of this seven-year term.

    That is the objective of the Special Youth Employment Promotion Plan that I recently announced. The Government has already prepared related incentive measures. The Plan aims to foster genuine synergy between the State, the private sector and the wider society to promote job creation for young people.

    In this regard, I would like to mention, among other things, tax exemptions granted to businesses that recruit young graduates, the allocation of 50 billion CFA francs provided for in the Finance Law to promote youth entrepreneurship, the increase in subsidies to the National Employment Fund, and measures taken to integrate young people into State-financed labour-intensive works.

    All these efforts, my dear young compatriots, mark the start of implementation of the commitments I made recently to you.

    My dear young compatriots,

    Under my authority, the Government will continue to allocate substantial resources to strengthen and improve the education system.

    My objective is to offer as many of you as possible the opportunity to access quality training, that will enable you not only to find jobs, but also to create them.

    As you are aware, recruitment in the public sector or enterprises cannot alone fully resolve the thorny issue of youth unemployment. That is why I will continue to encourage youth entrepreneurship and ensure that young people receive appropriate Government support to that end.

    Despite the challenging context, I am pleased to note that many of you are excelling in the agricultural processing, construction, services and digital sectors where you start up businesses and create jobs each day. With each passing day, you distinguish yourselves with boldness and competence in all areas of national life.

    In this regard, I would like to commend your invaluable contribution within our defence and security forces to ensuring our common protection.

    I would like to pay tribute to all of you, young people in the informal sector, who have chosen to steer clear of criminal and delinquent activities and struggle daily to feed your families. Note that, in my view, there is no such thing as odd-job and there will never be. You all play an essential role in the building and progress of our beloved and great country.

    That is why I will ensure that an increasing number of you, women like men, are gradually entrusted with high responsibilities in the management of public affairs.

    Various opportunities come to my mind in this regard, including the upcoming reshuffle of managers of State corporations, the formation of the next government, which I know is eagerly awaited, as well as the organization of legislative and municipal elections, though the timeframe for the elections may require a minor adjustment due to pressing constraints, in compliance with the relevant provisions of our laws, especially the Constitution.

    My dear young compatriots,

    I would also like to remind you this evening that besides the rights you have, you also have responsibilities towards your parents and the national community. I wish to appeal especially to your sense of responsibility. The future of our beloved and great country, Cameroon, lies in your hands. You must be aware of this. You should therefore resolutely shun the excesses in which some of you have unfortunately drifted in recent times, including delinquency, alcohol abuse, drug use, immoral behaviour, the excessive and abusive use of social media, etc.

    I also urge your parents and educators to act responsibly. They must fully assume their responsibility towards you and refrain from tolerating, facilitating or encouraging your deviant behaviour. In this regard, I have issued firm instructions to the relevant authorities to strengthen the protection of young girls in schools, families and workplaces, as they are too often victims of all kinds of harassment and abuse.

    My dear young compatriots,

    I wish to reaffirm my commitment to spare no effort in creating the most conducive conditions for your development. This underpins the instructions I have issued to the Government to act more effectively. It is the objective of the reforms I intend to implement soon to improve the functioning of the State. It is also the objective of the relentless fight I intend to wedge against corruption and the embezzlement of public funds.

    My dear young compatriots,
    As you prepare to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the national day dedicated to you, I wish to commend the maturity you have consistently demonstrated in all circumstances. Once again, I commend your decisive contribution to building our great and beautiful nation.

    I urge you to continue working to preserve our precious achievements, namely peace, national unity and stability of our institutions.

    Happy Youth Day to you all! Long live Cameroon!

  • AFCON 2025: Teranga Lions of Senegal crowned African Champions

    The Senegalese National football team now has its second AFCON trophy won after a 1-0 win over Morocco during the finals played this Sunday January 18, 2026 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.

    The lone goal of the encounter scored by Senegal’s Pape Gueye in the first half of extra time was enough to seal the fate of the Moroccan side.

    During each half of the 15 minutes extra time period, all temps by the Moroccans to level score were thwarted by the agile Senegalese defense.

    The regular time of the highly animated match ended in a 0-0 tie.

    The victory of the Teranga Lions of Senegal sparked huge celebrations in the country and amongst fans watching from their TV sets.

    Celebrations that makes the end of the AFCON 2025 that kicked off in December 2025 and continued till January 2026 with 24 teams at the starting block.

    AFCON 2025 Awards

    Best Player of the Tournament: Sadio Mané of Senegal

    Top Scorer (Golden Boot): Brahim Díaz of Morocco

    Best Goalkeeper (Golden Glove): Yassine Bounou of Morocco

    Fair Play Award : Morocco

    Elvis Teke

  • AFCON 2025: Final Clash of Lions, Teranga vs Atlas

    The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, capital of Morocco will host the final clash of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations this Sunday January 18, 2025 at 8pm.

    The Teranga Lions of Senegal will face off with the host, the Atlas Lions of Morocco in front of 68 thousand spectators, a majority being the home crowd of the Moroccan side.

    Both sides will be aspiring for a second AFCON trophy.
    While Senegal is seeking to shine again after their 2021 exploits in Cameroon, Morocco is striving to break a half century myth and rewrite the country’s name in gold after their 1976 experience.

    Morocco came close to the trophy during the 2004 edition when they finished as runners up.

    Senegal on their part were runners-up in 2002 and 2019 before finally grabbing their first AFCON title in 2021 when they defeated Egypt on penalties in the final.

    Both sides have made a remarkable performance through the AFCON2025 with Morocco being the best defense with only one goal conceded and nine scored. The team remains unbeaten in open play throughout the tournament, with four wins and two draws; one in the knockout stage which was decided by penalties.
    Morocco’s Brahim Díaz is currently the top scorer of the tournament with 5 goals to his name.

    Senegal on the other hand is the best attack with 12 goals scored and two conceded. The Teranga Lions are so far undefeated with one draw and have won five of their six matches, scoring in every game.
    The team’s key figure is Sadio Mané who has scored two goals and provided three assists in the tournament.

    Prior to this Sunday’s encounter, Morocco has taken the lead in the previous five head to head confrontations with Senegal winning all of the encounters.

    Will the Teranga Lions of Senegal increase their goal tally and carry the day or will the Atlas Lions of Morocco’s defense block the Senegalese onslaught and give the home crowd the glory they have been eagerly awaiting, only after the final whistle will the new Africa champions be known.

    Elvis Teke

  • AFCON 2025: Nigeria and Egypt battle for Third Place

    The third-place play-off match between the Pharaohs of Egypt and the Super Eagles of Nigeria is scheduled for this Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, Morocco.

    The pharaohs of Egypt pride themselves as the African Football team with eight AFCON trophies, the highlights number on the continent.

    Their journey for a ninth was cut short when they were defeated by Senegal in the semi finals.

    The team that has had impressive parcours during this AFCON has won the bronze medal three times.

    Their opponents, the Super Eagles of Nigeria are bidding for a ninth AFCON bronze medal.

    They have grabbed the coveted AFCON trophy three times and their aspirations for a fourth were halted after their clash with the Atlas Lions of Morocco, the host team.

    The Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Pharaohs of Egypt have met 20 times in various tournaments. Nigeria won eight matches, Egypt got six, and six ended in draws.

    Their two most recent AFCON related confrontations were won by
    Nigeria. The most recent victory by Egypt over Nigeria was during the 2021 AFCON group match by 1–0.


    The third-place play-off match is the last but one encounter before the close the Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 that ends on Sunday January 18, 2026 with the grand file between the host, the Atlas Lions of Morocco and the Teranga Lions of Senegal.


    Elvis Teke

  • Numérique : l’IAI-Cameroun et la JERC mènent la réflexion 

    Cathy Meba, la présidente de la Jeunesse Émergente et Républicaine du Cameroun (JERC) a effectué dans ce sens un déplacement ce 12 janvier 2026 au campus de l’IAI-Cameroun à Yaoundé.

    Accueillie par le Représentant-Résident de cette institution, Armand Claude Abanda, l’hôte qui est également la Vice-Présidente du Conseil régional du Sud, est venue entretenir les étudiants sur le thème de l’entrepreneuriat jeune par le numérique.

    Au cœur des échanges, comment faire des étudiants des créateurs de richesses alors que les jeunes font face au chômage. La conférencière va ainsi mettre l’accent sur le rôle crucial des compétences digitales dans un monde de plus en plus numérisé.  « Il est aujourd’hui question qu’on essaie de vulgariser les nouvelles technologies, de former les Camerounais, les femmes et les jeunes à l’utilisation du numérique. Car le numérique est présent partout aujourd’hui », a souligné Cathy Meba. 

    Elle sera appuyée dans ce sens par Armand Claude Abanda qui souligne que les jeunes ont intérêt à actionner tous les leviers à leur disposition, pour que les connaissances digitales soient une solution pour les problèmes quotidiens des Camerounais. Ces problèmes, a-t-il relevé, peuvent passer par une autosuffisance alimentaire, d’où l’importance de trouver des solutions pour optimiser le rendement agricole, l’élevage, la pêche et parallèlement, bien d’autres questions comme celles liées à l’éducation ou encore de la santé.

    Une causerie qui a eu le mérite d’édifier ces jeunes étudiants qui n’ont pas hésité à exprimer leur satisfaction. « Cathy Meba nous a encouragé à oser, puisqu’il y a plusieurs étudiants parmi nous qui ignorent même que les subventions sont là pour nous aider à pouvoir mettre sur pied nos futurs entreprises, ou alors nos start up et nous accompagner tout au long de la réalisation de nos projets » a déclaré Rufin Halann Bangoup, le président des étudiants IAI-Cameroun. 

    « Nous sommes là pour implémenter la ligne politique du chef de l’État », a renchéri la Vice-Présidente du Conseil régional du Sud, Cathy MEBA. Elle qui a également annoncé : « Nous voulons faire partie des 10 000 qui restent pour que l’IAI-Cameroun puisse atteindre les un million de personnes formées en TIC », d’où son vœu à faire étendre cette formation davantage aux zones reculées.

    La cérémonie qui a réuni étudiants et invités s’est ainsi achevée sur la perspective d’un partenariat à venir entre la JERC et l’IAI-Cameroun, ouvrant la voie à de futures actions communes en faveur de la jeunesse.

    Aline-Florence Nguini

  • Numérique : l’IAI-Cameroun et la JERC mènent la réflexion 

    Cathy Meba, la présidente de la Jeunesse Émergente et Républicaine du Cameroun (JERC) a effectué dans ce sens un déplacement ce 12 janvier 2026 au campus de l’IAI-Cameroun à Yaoundé.

    Accueillie par le Représentant-Résident de cette institution, Armand Claude Abanda, l’hôte qui est également la Vice-Présidente du Conseil régional du Sud, est venue entretenir les étudiants sur le thème de l’entrepreneuriat jeune par le numérique.

    Au cœur des échanges, comment faire des étudiants des créateurs de richesses alors que les jeunes font face au chômage. La conférencière va ainsi mettre l’accent sur le rôle crucial des compétences digitales dans un monde de plus en plus numérisé.  « Il est aujourd’hui question qu’on essaie de vulgariser les nouvelles technologies, de former les Camerounais, les femmes et les jeunes à l’utilisation du numérique. Car le numérique est présent partout aujourd’hui », a souligné Cathy Meba. 

    Elle sera appuyée dans ce sens par Armand Claude Abanda pour qui les jeunes ont intérêt à actionner tous les leviers à leur disposition, pour que les connaissances digitales soient une solution pour les problèmes quotidiens des Camerounais. Ces problèmes, a-t-il relevé, peuvent passer par une autosuffisance alimentaire, d’où l’importance de trouver des solutions pour optimiser le rendement agricole, l’élevage, la pêche et parallèlement, bien d’autres questions comme celles liées à l’éducation ou encore à la santé.

    Une causerie qui a eu le mérite d’édifier ces jeunes étudiants qui n’ont pas hésité à exprimer leur satisfaction. « Cathy Meba nous a également encouragé à oser, puisqu’il y a plusieurs étudiants parmi nous qui ignorent même que les subventions sont là pour nous aider à pouvoir mettre sur pied nos futurs entreprises, ou alors nos start up et nous accompagner tout au long de la réalisation de nos projets » a déclaré Rufin Halann Bangoup, le président des étudiants de l’IAI-Cameroun. 

    « Nous sommes là pour implémenter la ligne politique du chef de l’État », a renchéri la Vice-Présidente du Conseil régional du Sud, Cathy MEBA. Elle qui a également annoncé : « Nous voulons faire partie des 10 000 qui restent pour que l’IAI-Cameroun puisse atteindre les un million de personnes formées en TIC », d’où son vœu à faire étendre cette formation davantage aux zones reculées.

    La cérémonie qui a réuni étudiants et invités s’est ainsi achevée sur la perspective d’un partenariat à venir entre la JERC et l’IAI-Cameroun, ouvrant la voie à de futures actions communes en faveur de la jeunesse.

    Alinea-Florence Nguini

  • Intelligence artificielle : l’Afrique face aux défis du numérique

    Ils ont été relevés dans le Rapport sur les avancées et les tendances du numérique 2025 du groupe Banque mondiale, le deuxième du genre, qui s’intéresse principalement aux dernières évolutions dans le développement de l’Intelligence artificielle (IA).

    De prime abord, le rapport relève que les tendances mondiales en matière d’innovation, d’adaptation et d’adoption de l’IA ne sont pas uniformes. Il précise à cet effet que l’innovation dans l’IA reste concentrée dans les pays à revenu élevé, dont se rapprochent la Chine et l’Inde. L’on apprend à cet effet que les pays à revenu élevé représentent 85 % des start-up d’IA, 91 % des financements en capital-risque et 54 % des publications mondiales sur l’IA (2000-2024). La même tendance, dit-on, s’observe aussi en ce qui concerne les brevets avec la Chine qui détient 66 % des dépôts de brevets dans l’IA générative (2014-2023, neuf fois plus qu’en 2017), pendant que l’Inde affiche la plus forte croissance (56 % par an). Les pays à faible revenu, eux, étant largement absents du paysage de l’innovation et de l’adaptation concernant l’IA.

    L’environnement de l’IA

    Selon le Rapport sur les avancées et les tendances du numérique 2025, l’écosystème moderne de l’IA est un paysage vaste et en rapide mutation, qui repose sur des infrastructures de base comme les réseaux électriques et de télécommunications avec notamment :

    -La couche Capacité informatique (puces d’IA spécialisées, serveurs, stockage et centres de données) qui constitue le socle physique facilitant l’exécution des tâches par l’IA

    -Les plateformes d’informatique en nuage (cloud computing) offrant, elles, un accès évolutif à des services d’IA intégrés. 

    -La couche Données d’entraînement qui regroupe les informations provenant d’appareils numériques, de capteurs, de plateformes, de transactions commerciales et d’ensembles de données publiques qui sont collectées afin d’en garantir l’exactitude avant d’être utilisées pour entraîner les modèles

    -La couche Algorithmes et modèles qui abrite les outils de développement de l’IA qui créent et entraînent des modèles

    -la couche Application affine les tâches pour des usages et des appareils spécifiques, en intégrant les capacités de l’IA pour une exploitation locale. 

    Le défi de l’énergie dans les pays en développement

    Cependant, souligne-t-on dans ce rapport, l’ensemble de l’écosystème numérique est très largement tributaire de l’énergie. « Une alimentation électrique instable est une externalité négative importante, car des réseaux peu fiables et des pannes fréquentes peuvent rendre inutiles même les infrastructures numériques et d’IA les plus avancées », peut-on lire. 

    C’est pourquoi, relève-t-on, des investissements fondamentaux dans le secteur de l’énergie sont indissociables des objectifs de développement numérique. « Par conséquent, un avenir numérique durable et opérationnel passe par des prix de l’énergie abordables, une résilience solide du réseau et une intégration réussie des énergies renouvelables », pour ce faire, il est proposé la mise sur pied des politiques publiques cohérentes pour développer une connectivité d’un coût abordable. De même, étant donné que la préparation à l’IA dépend à la fois de l’infrastructure numérique et d’une énergie fiable, les gouvernements doivent harmoniser leurs politiques en matière d’énergie, de connectivité et de données.

    Aline-Florence Nguini