Bassek Ba Kobhio's Funeral Scheduled from May 20 to June 27, 2026
Bassek Ba Kobhio, a prominent Cameroonian filmmaker and founder of the Écrans Noirs festival, passed away on May 16, 2026. His funeral will take place from May 20 to June 27, 2026, in his hometown of Nindjé. The cultural community is mourning the loss of this significant figure in African cinema.
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Hommage et levée de corps du cinéaste Bassek Ba Kobhio en juin 2026
Le cinéaste camerounais Bassek Ba Kobhio a été honoré le 24 juin 2026 à l’esplanade du musée national, une figure emblématique de la culture camerounaise. Sa levée de corps a eu lieu le 25 juin 2026, marquant le début de son dernier voyage. Bassek Ba Kobhio était également le délégué général du festival « Écrans Noirs ».
Death of Cameroonian Artist Bissi Mag at 55
Bissi Mag, a renowned Cameroonian musician known for his hit song 'Simo', passed away on July 29, 2026, at the General Hospital of Douala. He was 55 years old and succumbed to an illness. His death marks a significant loss for the Cameroonian music scene.
Arrest of Wildlife Trafficker in Yaoundé Involves Elephant Tusks and Pangolin Scales
A wildlife trafficker was arrested in Yaoundé while transporting eight elephant tusks and 52 kilograms of giant pangolin scales hidden in cereal bags inside a taxi. This incident highlights ongoing issues with wildlife trafficking in Cameroon, as authorities continue to combat illegal trade in endangered species.
Marcel Niat Njifenji honored at state funeral in Bangangté on May 16, 2026
Marcel Niat Njifenji, the first president of the Cameroon Senate, passed away on April 11, 2026, at the age of 91. His state funeral took place on May 16, 2026, at the municipal stadium in Bangangté, attended by numerous political figures and dignitaries. A parliamentary tribute was held earlier at the Palais des Congrès in Yaoundé to honor his contributions to the nation.