Cameroon’s death penalty spotlight: A new fact-finding mission report says Cameroon’s death penalty remains a “human tragedy,” documenting stories from nearly 300 death sentences in 2015-2016 and visits to 10 prisons, with investigators meeting people on death row and prison staff. Anglophone political inclusion debate: Human rights advocate Nkongho Felix Agbor Balla urges Anglophones not to abandon calls for a Vice Presidency, arguing it’s about recognition and inclusion for lasting unity. Opposition politics in Bamenda: The SDF marks its 36th anniversary with “Operation Take Back Bamenda II Council,” calling for renewed mobilisation and mass voter registration ahead of municipal elections. Tiko healthcare partnership talks: Tiko Council opens discussions with Sri Siddhartha Academy in India on medical training, student exchange, equipment donations, and health infrastructure support. Economy check by AfDB: Cameroon is described as stable but not set for strong acceleration, with growth projected around 4.0% in 2026—below the AfDB’s 5% “strong performance” threshold. Sports—World Cup build-up: South Africa coach Hugo Broos names his final 26 for the 2026 World Cup, while Cameroon’s WAFCON focus continues as Ghana’s Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah targets more goals for the Black Queens. Regional security note: Reports say troops in Nigeria’s Borno killed a suspected ISWAP spy during patrols and arrested another suspected militant.