Posts

Showing posts from November 30, 2024

South Africa To Head The G20 presidency

Image
On  December 1, 2024 , South Africa is poised to take on a historic role as it officially assumes the presidency of the  G20 . This momentous occasion follows a symbolic handover from Brazil during the recent Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro, which took place on November 18 and 19. For the first time, an African nation will lead this influential group, which includes 19 countries and the European Union, representing a significant portion of the global economy and population. As President  Cyril Ramaphosa  steps into this leadership role, there is a palpable sense of pride and responsibility. South Africa's presidency is not just a milestone for the nation but also for the entire African continent. The focus will be on pressing global issues such as  climate change ,  sustainable development , and the  economic recovery  following the pandemic. South Africa aims to champion increased climate finance and advocate for a transition to renewable energ...

The Assault on Justice: Barrister Tamfu's Brutal Encounter with Cameroon's Military

Image
On a fateful day,  November 28, 2024 , the bustling streets of Douala turned into a scene of chaos when Barrister  Tamfu Richard , a dedicated lawyer, found himself at the mercy of military gendarmes. He was there to defend his client, an elderly woman of 70, when he courageously asked the officers to show him a warrant for her arrest. It was a simple request rooted in the principles of justice and legality, but it was met with brute force instead of respect. Tamfu Richard  In a shocking turn of events, the gendarmes, unable to provide the necessary documentation, resorted to violence. They brutally assaulted Richard right there, in plain view, leaving him battered and humiliated. This act of aggression was not just an attack on a lawyer; it was an attack on the very foundations of justice and the rule of law. The images of Richard’s ordeal quickly spread across social media, igniting a firestorm of outrage throughout Cameroon. People were horrified to see a man whose onl...