The National and Nomadic Guard of the Republic of Chad is guest of honour for the 2026 National Day celebrations in Cameroon.
Troops from Chad are taking part in the event for the second time, after their first participation in 2015 participation.
They will take part at the military parade at the 20th May Boulevard in Yaounde.
The event will be presided over by the President of the Republic, Paul Biya.
The President of the Cameroon National Olympic and Sports Committee, CNOSC, who also held the position of President of the Confederation of African Athletics, CAA, Hamad Kalkaba Malboum passed away this Wednesday May 13, 2026.
The International Olympic Committee, the African Athletics Confederation and the Cameroonian sporting bodies are mourning the man who dedicated a greater part of his life for the growth of athletics and Olympic movements in the continent and the world.
The Military Colonel, one of the most influential sporting figures served in the highest ranks of athleticism and contributed enormously in the growth of Olympic sports at the level of the Islamic Solidarity Games, African Athletics, International Military Sports Council, International Association of Athletics Federation and the Cameroon Olympic and Sports Committee #CNOSC.
Class six pupils from primary schools across the country began sitting the Government Common Entrance Examination into form 1, and the Concours d’Entrée en Sixième this Wednesday the 13th of May, 2026.
Candidates turned out massively in their various centers, where supervisors and invigilators were on hand to direct assist and prevent cases of examination fraud.
A few absences were recorded in some centers, due to illnesses, as revealed by some parents of candidates.
The Minister of Secondary Education, Nalova Lyonga, during a supervisory visits to centres hosting the examinations into Form One of General Secondary and of Technical Education, as well as the concours d’entrée en 6ème de l’enseignement secondaire général et en 1ère année de l’enseignement technique.
The Minister’s first stop was at Government High School Efoulan in the Mfoundi Division where the exams were unfolding without hitches.
At her second stop, the Minister of Secondary Education, Nalova Lyonga, visited Government High School Afanoya in the Mfoundi Division where she ensured that guidelines are respected.
The Minister also dispatched a delegation led by Inspector General of Education, Adjaba Biwoli Jean Pierre, to supervise the conduct of the exam in other centers. The Inspector General’s team went to Government Technical Bilingual High School Nlongkak to ensure the smooth conduct of the examinations.
He team also went to Government High School Mballa II, with his monitoring mission to assess the conduct of the examinations and ensure strict compliance with official procedures.
Prime Minister – Head of Government, Joseph Dion Ngute has inaugurated the newly constructed Headquarters building of the Cameroon Football Federation, FECAFOOT.
The event is attended by CAF, President Patrice Motsepe among other dignitaries.
The daily routine activities at the Kribi Naval Base starts with the flag hoisting, a symbol of national unity, patriotic bravery and national cohesion within the the Cameroon Navy.
The Commander of the military facility, Colonel Mbu Tabala Ben follows with instructions laying emphasis on military operations of the day while capitalizing on discipline at the highest level.
As the navy personnel carryon with the traditional cleaning and other minor activities, the officers attend consultative meetings with an interest on « Breaking News », a daily news briefing slot done in the English language.
The Commander hands down assignments to his commanding officers before evaluating the march past rehearsal ahead of Nation Day 2026.
Twenty-one couples formalised their unions on May 9, 2026, in Yaoundé during the “Grand National Banquet for Families,” held ahead of the International Day of Families on May 15 under the theme “Cameroon, One Family, One Nation.” The event brought together families, officials and guests in a celebration promoting legal marriage, family unity and social cohesion.
Organised by Institut Tyrannus in partnership with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF), the ceremony was presided over by Minister Marie-Thérèse Abena Ondoa. Several couples expressed gratitude for the opportunity to regularise their unions through a dignified collective ceremony.
General Supervisor Emmanuel Juste Lingom said the initiative was designed to support couples facing financial barriers to traditional wedding celebrations, while encouraging those in informal unions to formalise their marriages within a shared family gathering. The concept also aimed to elevate the celebration of family as a central pillar of society, alongside other life achievements. He noted that while achievements such as academic success and professional promotions are often celebrated, families themselves are rarely given similar recognition despite their central role in society. Organisers prepared to host thousands of guests, allowing couples and their relatives to celebrate freely.
Speaking during the event the Director of Tyrannus Institute, Mfondi Rachel emphasised that legal marriage strengthens family stability and provides greater security for children. She noted that participating couples benefited from preparatory seminars on marriage, communication and conflict management, with continued post-ceremony guidance.
Minister Marie-Thérèse Abena Ondoa highlighted that this year’s International Family Day theme, “Families, Inequalities and Child Well-being,” underscores the need to reduce social disparities affecting children. She called for stronger social protection systems and collective action to improve family welfare across Cameroon.
The ceremony concluded in a celebratory atmosphere, reaffirming the importance of marriage, family cohesion and shared responsibility in national development.
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Six young Cameroonian writers have been honoured at the end of the National Youth Writing Competition organised by the Ministry of Arts and Culture. The prize award ceremony took place this Monday, May 11, 2026, at the National Museum in Yaounde.
Selected out of 80 participants from the 10 regions of the country, the winners aged between 16 and 35 distinguished themselves through short stories and poems centered on two major themes: the fight against fake news on social media and the promotion of national unity.
Through their writings, the young authors denounced misinformation, manipulation and the growing influence of deceptive online content targeting young people. At the same time, they highlighted values, traditions and everyday experiences that strengthen social cohesion and peaceful coexistence among Cameroonians.
Members of the jury, made up of writers and education professionals, praised the creativity, originality and depth reflected in many of the submissions. However, they also expressed concern over the excessive use of artificial intelligence tools by some candidates, stressing the need to preserve authenticity and personal creativity in literary production.
Organisers say the competition is part of efforts to revitalise the book sector by encouraging creative writing among young people while promoting reading culture across the country.
The initiative also seeks to use literature as a tool for civic education and national integration at a time when misinformation on digital platforms continues to pose challenges to social harmony.
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Protecting families and strengthening child welfare is amongst the priorities of the Government of Cameroon as indicated by the Minister of Women Empowerment and the Family during an event in prelude to the 32nd International Day of Families celebrated on May 15, 2026.
During the “Grand National Banquet for Families” held on May 9 in Yaoundé, Minister Marie-Thérèse Abena Ondoa, stressed the need for stronger family protection systems in response to growing social and economic challenges affecting children and vulnerable households.
The Minister highlighted that this year’s international theme, “Families, Inequalities and Child Well-being,” reflects challenges limiting children’s access to education, health care and protection services.
She reaffirmed government commitment, under the leadership of President Paul Biya, to strengthening social protection, family welfare and child protection policies.
Organised by Tyrannus Institute in collaboration with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF), the event gathered public authorities, families and guests under the theme “Cameroon: A Family-Nation.”
The organisers planned a large-scale gathering with provisions made for more than 6,500 guests and 45 buffet stations. The event also featured the civil registration of twenty-one couples facilitated by the Yaoundé V Council.
The event also promoted legal marriage, family unity and social cohesion ahead of the International Day of Families.
Egoh Yvonne (Intern)
Twenty-one couples formalised their unions on May 9, 2026, in Yaoundé during the “Grand National Banquet for Families,” held in prelude to the International Day of Families on May 15 under the theme “Cameroon, One Family, One Nation.”
The ceremony brought together families, guests and public authorities in a large-scale celebration promoting marriage, family values and social cohesion. The event was organised by Institut Tyrannus in partnership with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF).
General Supervisor Emmanuel Juste Lingom said the initiative was driven by the challenges many couples face in organising traditional weddings, particularly financial constraints linked to hosting guests. He explained that the concept integrates marriage celebrations into a wider family gathering, allowing couples in informal unions to legalise their status while celebrating with relatives.
He added that the initiative also aims to elevate the family as a central value in society, noting that achievements such as education and professional success are often prioritised over family life, despite its foundational role.
Mme Mfondi Rachel, Director of Institut Tyrannus, stressed that marriage preparation sessions were included to reinforce communication, commitment and stability within couples, equipping participants with practical tools for long-term family life.
The celebration ended in a festive atmosphere marked by communal participation and a renewed emphasis on unity and responsible family living.
Egoh Yvonne (Intern)
Over five thousand candidates sat the 2026 Bar entrance examination that kick-off this Saturday May 9, 2026 in Yaounde.
The President of the Cameroon Bar Association senior Barrister Mbah Eric Mbah visited the three examination centers and said he is satisfied with the organization despite some challenges.
The 5,120 aspiring candidates for the Cameroon Bar all answered present in the three centers designated by the organizing committee. These centers included:
Despite some challenges encountered in organizing the examination, the President of the Bar, Senior Barrister Eric Mbah, reassured candidates that all was well prepared.
The question papers for the general knowledge paper, distributed to candidates, were set and photocopied early this morning to avoid fraud.
The examination halls were also visited by the President of the Cameroon Bar and officials from the Ministry of Justice to verify that everything was in place, ensuring that the examination ended this Sunday, May 10 on a satisfactory note.
Sidonie Djobmandi