(updated post-election) Overview In 2011, the African continent saw waves of post-election violence, most notably in Cote d’Ivoire and Guinea. The disputes and unrest have arisen from hotly-contested election results, executive strongmen refusing to relinquish power, and persistent political, and…
Civil Liberties Watch: Elections 2011
As the October 9th presidential election rapidly approaches, reports continue to surface about government-sponsored violations on Cameroonian civil liberties and foul play in organizaing the election. Voter apathy and potential polling boycotts notwithstanding, Cameroonian citizens deserve a free and fair…
Protestors Arrested at Independence Day Celebrations in Buea
Tensions continue to escalate in Cameroon as the October 9th presidential elections draw closer. Concerns about the economy, the country’s rampant corruption, and Paul Biya’s longtime tenure as President continue to incense voters. However, here in the Anglophone region of…
Pre-Election Violence in Douala
Early this morning, gunmen wearing army uniforms blockaded a major bridge crossing the Wouri river for several hours, holding up traffic and firing at city policemen. The gunmen were holding signs denouncing current Cameroonian President Paul Biya, who is running…
9-28-11 Mofako Visit
Yesterday, Njume, Ebeny, Tessa, and Daniella headed to Mofako for their weekly CAM’s Project visit. The team had a packed agenda, including scheduled meetings for the gender equality and mob justice initiatives. The team conducted its regular observations of the…
9-21 Weekly CAM’s Visit to Mofako Bekondo
Today, Tessa, Daniella, and Njume conducted a CAM’s visit to Mofako Bekondo to meet with Chief Ekumbe Thompson Itoe as well as the heads of the women’s council, women’s social group, and vigilante group. It was Tessa’s first time visiting…