Cameroon: Bishops Propose a Code of Conduct in View of the Presidential Election

Bishops urge Cameroonians to assert “right and duty” to engage in political life

As Cameroon prepares for a Presidential election later this year, Catholic Bishops in the Central African country are warning against apathy, stating that October’s presidential election could be the most consequential in the country. In [...]

Cameroon: Bishops Propose a Code of Conduct in View of the Presidential Election

Yaoundé -- "Integrity, humility, modesty, and moral leadership qualities." These are the qualities that the bishops of Cameroon believe the ideal candidate for the upcoming presidential elections in October should possess.

Kickoff | Cameroon star: Why we spoke out on what happened in SA

After Andre Onana recently claimed that Cameroon had a bad experience in South Africa, another Indomitable Lions star insists there was no intention to worsen the situation by speaking out about what happened.

Since the publication of a pastoral letter by some Catholic bishops in Cameroon, a lively debate has arisen in the public sphere, questioning the legitimacy of the Church to intervene in political choices, especially on the eve of electoral deadlines. While some welcome a so-called "prophetic" role, others denounce an unacceptable interference in state affairs and a disguised desire to take part in the political game.