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August 24, 2026, 4:51 pm
NDLEA Intercepts Cocaine Hidden in Fufu On Boat Bound for Cameroon
- [Premium Times] In total, 42.622kg of illicit drugs was recovered from the three men.
'An Invisible Avalanche' - What Happened in Cameroon's 1986 Lake Nyos Disaster?
- [RFI] On 21 August, 1986, 1,746 people died from carbon dioxide poisoning after gas escaped overnight from the bottom of Lake Nyos in Cameroon. RFI examines what happened in the world's deadliest "limnic eruption" and how, 40 years later, our understanding of the danger posed by volcanic lakes is still evolving.
Cameroon's President Biya Returns Home After Months-Long Absence
- [Premium Times] Mr Biya's prolonged absence during these weeks intensified concerns about the health of the 93-year-old leader.
CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe Congratulates Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon On Historic TotalEnergies CAF Wafcon Morocco 2026 Triumph
- [CAF] The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF"), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has congratulated the Indomitable Lionesses, the Fédération Camerounaise de Football ("FECAFOOT"), its President Samuel Eto'o, and the people of Cameroon following their historic triumph at the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations ("WAFCON") Morocco 2026.
All of Africa Today - August 17, 2026
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Scorchers' Fairytale Run Ends in 3-0 Final Defeat - - but Brazil World Cup Awaits
- [Nyasa Times] Debutant Scorchers outclassed by clinical Indomitable Lionesses despite fairytale run -- as nation showers team with pride and Brazil World Cup dream becomes reality
Cameroon Beat Malawi to Claim Maiden Women's Cup of Nations Title
- [RFI] Cameroon claimed a first Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title when they beat Malawi 3-0 in Sunday's final in Morocco, with Marie Ngah Manga's first-half double helping the the Indomitable Lionesses seal victory.
Unemployment, Pessimism, and Rising Interest in Emigration Mark Cameroon's Youth
- [Afrobarometer] Young citizens say the government is failing on key priorities.
Ngah Brace Fires Cameroon to Historic First Wafcon Crown With Dominant Malawi Victory
- [CAF] Cameroon won the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time after a commanding 3-0 victory over Malawi in Sunday's final at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat.
Cameroon Win First Wafcon Title in Grand Style
- [Premium Times] The Indomitable Lionesses produced a dominant display to finally end years of disappointment
Bihina's Brilliance Earns Cameroon Star TotalEnergies CAF Wafcon Morocco 2026 Golden Glove Award
- [CAF] Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina was rewarded for a superb TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 campaign as she claimed the Golden Glove after helping the Indomitable Lionesses to their historic first continental title.
Cameroon Make History, Crush Malawi 3-0 to Win Maiden Wafcon Title
- [Leadership] Cameroon have finally conquered Africa, winning the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time after a commanding 3-0 victory over Malawi in Sunday's final at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat.
Malawi Succumb to Cameroon's Superior Firepower As Lionesses Win Historic WAFCON
- [This Day] Cameroon won the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for the first time after a commanding 3-0 victory over Malawi in Sunday's final at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.
Monique Ngock's Rise and Rise At Wafcon 2026
- [CAF] The last time Cameroon was in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations final, Monique Ngock was 12 years, two months and 16 days old. She remembers this day like it was yesterday.
Indomitable Queens - Cameroon Maul Malawi to Claim Historic First Wafcon Crown
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, August 17, 2026 - The Fairytale is over. Cameroon delivered a masterclass in big-stage football on Sunday night, sweeping past debutants Malawi 3-0 at the Olympic Stadium to be crowned the new queens of African women's football at WAFCON 2026.
Wafcon 2026 - Chawinga Sisters Fire Malawi Into Historic Final As Cameroon End Morocco's Dream
- [Premium Times] With Malawi and Cameroon now set for the final, the 2026 WAFCON has produced a fascinating title clash between a debutant nation chasing its first continental crown and a former powerhouse seeking to reclaim its place at the top of African women's football
Leaders' Medical Secrecy Harms Public Trust
- [CFR] Long, mysterious absences promote the idea that unaccountable forces are at the levers of power.
History Guaranteed! Malawi to Face Cameroon in Wafcon Final As New Champion Assured
- [Nyasa Times] Malawi will take on Cameroon in the final of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday 12 August at 7:29pm, after securing a stunning 3-1 victory over Algeria in Wednesday's first semi-final, inspired by a brace from star forward Tabitha Chawinga.
Cameroon Stun Hosts Morocco On Penalties to Reach Wafcon Final
- [CAF] Cameroon reached the final of the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 on Wednesday night after defeating hosts Morocco 3-1 on penalties following a dramatic goalless semi-final in Rabat.
New African Champions Guaranteed As Cameroon Eliminates Nigeria
- [Ghanaian Times] A new CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations champion will be crowned in Morocco after Cameroon edged defending champions Nigeria 1-0 in a fiercely contested quarterfinal to secure their place in the last four and qualify for the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027.
Wafcon 2026 - Five Things Learnt As Cameroon End Super Falcons' Title Defence
- [Premium Times] For much of the contest, Nigeria created the clearer openings and spent long periods searching for the breakthrough. But when the decisive moment arrived, it was Cameroon who made it count
Cameroon Ends Nigeria's WAFCON Title Defense
- [Premium Times] Nigeria entered the quarter-final as the most successful team in WAFCON history and had dominated previous meetings with Cameroon.
Despite Defeat to Cameroon, World Cup Remains Our Target - Super Falcons' Christy Ucheibe
- [Premium Times] Ucheibe acknowledged that Nigeria gave everything in the contest but admitted that their efforts ultimately fell short, and despite the disappointment of losing their quarter-final, she insisted that Nigeria's World Cup dream is not over
Wafcon 2026 Preview - Nigeria's Dominance Faces Cameroon Test With World Cup Ticket At Stake
- [Premium Times] Nigeria enter the contest as defending champions and the most successful team in the history of the competition, while Cameroon have reached the knockout stage unbeaten.
Cameroon Stands Between Super Falcons and 10-Consecutive World Cup Appearances
- [This Day] The Super Falcons of Nigeria will face Cameroon in a heavyweight quarter-final clash at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca today, with a place at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil at stake.
All of Africa Today - August 5, 2026
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Air Peace Expands Central Africa Network, Launches Lagos-Douala-Libreville Route
- [This Day] Nigeria's leading carrier, Air Peace Limited, has expanded its regional footprint with the commencement of inaugural flight operations on the Lagos-Douala-Libreville route.
