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Ecuador Mourns Priest Killed by Falling Crucifix During Mass

The Catholic community in Ecuador is mourning the death of Father Patricio Sánchez Molinari, a Redemptorist priest who died after a heavy wooden crucifix fell on him during Mass at the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Guayaquil on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

By Wirngo Peter TardzenyuyAfrica22 Oct 20262 min read

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Ecuador Mourns Priest Killed by Falling Crucifix During Mass

The Catholic community in Ecuador is mourning the death of Father Patricio Sánchez Molinari, a Redemptorist priest who died after a heavy wooden crucifix fell on him during Mass at the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Guayaquil on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

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Cameroon U20 Lions Book 2027 AFCON Ticket After Comeback Victory Over Gabontoday

Cameroon Takes Vocational Training Closer to Youth as Minister Launches Tele-Training Initiative in Bamendatoday

Orange Cameroon Rewards Loyal Customers in Bamenda as 41st Back-to-School Draw Benefits 17 Winnersyesterday

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Cameroon U20 Lions Book 2027 AFCON Ticket After Comeback Victory Over Gabon

Cameroon’s U20 Lions have secured qualification for the 2027 Africa U20 Cup of Nations in Ghana after coming from behind to beat Gabon 4-1 in the semi-final of the UNIFFAC tournament.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy2 min readAfrica22 Oct 2026

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Cameroon Takes Vocational Training Closer to Youth as Minister Launches Tele-Training Initiative in Bamenda

The Minister of Employment and Vocational Training, H.E.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy4 min readBamenda22 Oct 2026

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Orange Cameroon Rewards Loyal Customers in Bamenda as 41st Back-to-School Draw Benefits 17 Winners

Seventeen Orange Cameroon customers in Bamenda have received cash prizes of FCFA 50,000 each under the company’s 2026 back-to-school promotion, as the telecommunications operator continues its efforts to support families facing the financial demands of the new academic year.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy6 min readBamenda19 Oct 2026

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Edison Fru Ndi: “I Am Not a Politician; I Have Chosen Business”

Tantoh Edison Fru Ndi, Chief Executive Officer of Dreamland Connect PLC, has reaffirmed his commitment to business, declaring that he has no political ambitions and intends to continue along the path of entrepreneurship.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy4 min readNorth West19 Oct 2026

BAMENDA PEACE DIALOGUE: North West Stakeholders Demand Security, Jobs and Greater Role for Women in Conflict Resolution

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BAMENDA PEACE DIALOGUE: North West Stakeholders Demand Security, Jobs and Greater Role for Women in Conflict Resolution

Calls for stronger border security, employment opportunities for young people, better access to education and greater community participation dominated reactions from traditional and community leaders, women and youth representatives during Prime Minister Chief Dr.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy9 min readNorth West16 Oct 2026

GAS IN THE TANK, BREAD ON THE TABLE: Mayor Chenwi Steps Up with 400,000 FCFA Fuel Lifeline for 90+ Bamenda II Bike Riders

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GAS IN THE TANK, BREAD ON THE TABLE: Mayor Chenwi Steps Up with 400,000 FCFA Fuel Lifeline for 90+ Bamenda II Bike Riders

GAS IN THE TANK, BREAD ON THE TABLE: Mayor Chenwi Steps Up with 400,000 FCFA Fuel Lifeline for 90+ Bamenda II Bike Riders Bamenda Sept 30th 2026 By Wirngo Peter Wednesday morning at the Bamenda II Council Hall felt less like a formal political gathering and more like a family…

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy4 min readBamenda16 Oct 2026

DION NGUTE CALLS ON NORTH WEST ELITES, TRADITIONAL RULERS TO TAKE LEAD IN RESTORING PEACE

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DION NGUTE CALLS ON NORTH WEST ELITES, TRADITIONAL RULERS TO TAKE LEAD IN RESTORING PEACE

Prime Minister and Head of Government, Chief Dr.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy6 min readBamenda15 Oct 2026

PM DION NGUTE INSPECTS KEY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN BAMENDA ON DAY ONE OF NORTH WEST VISIT

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PM DION NGUTE INSPECTS KEY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN BAMENDA ON DAY ONE OF NORTH WEST VISIT

Cameroon Prime Minister and Head of Government, Chief Dr. Joseph Dion Ngute, spent the first day of his two-day working visit to the North West Region inspecting major development projects in Bamenda and calling for an end to a decade-long Anglophone crisis.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy5 min readBamenda14 Oct 2026

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CENPA Honors Civil Administrator Nchofon Mingoh for Exceptional Humanitarian Leadership in the North West Region

In recognition of his unwavering commitment to relief management and service to displaced populations, the Cameroon English Language Newspaper Publishers Association (CENPA) has officially decorated Civil Administrator Nchofon Mingoh with the 2026 CENPA Award of…

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy4 min readNorth West2 Oct 2026

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GAS IN THE TANK, BREAD ON THE TABLE: Mayor Chenwi Steps Up with 400,000 FCFA Fuel Lifeline for 90+ Bamenda II Bike Riders

Wednesday morning at the Bamenda II Council Hall felt less like a formal political gathering and more like a family meeting.

Wirngo Peter Tardzenyuy3 min readBamenda30 Sept 2026

Infiltration and Insecurity: North West Governor Moves to Sanitize Commercial Bike Sector in Bamenda

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Infiltration and Insecurity: North West Governor Moves to Sanitize Commercial Bike Sector in Bamenda

Administrative authorities, local municipal leaders, security chiefs, and commercial bike rider representatives gathered at the MINEPAT hall in Bamenda on Friday to tackle the growing security challenges linked to the motorcycle transport sector across the Mezam Division.

Ndi Sheron4 min readBamenda27 Sept 2026

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