Mark Bareta

2202 posts
Southern Cameroons Political Activist
Portrait montage with APLA Secretary General Ntube Francis Eseme in the foreground and two portraits behind him.

BREAKING: APLA Unveils Three-Year Roadmap to End Conflict, Proposes UN-Supervised Referendum

APLA Secretary General Ntube Francis Eseme outlines a three-year roadmap towards a negotiated settlement, a proposed UN-supervised referendum and a humanitarian fund.
  • October 14, 2026
  • 4 minute read

Ambazonia: Russian-Language Study Points to Negotiations, Citing Limited Support and Internal Divisions

A 2021 Russian-language study examines Ambazonia’s historical grievances, state repression and prospects for independence. BaretaNews reviews its conclusions, authors and disclosed Russian ministry funding.
  • October 13, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Dr Success Nkongho seated in an ornate chair, wearing a red patterned suit.

‘Cameroon’s Government Cannot Win This War’: Success Nkongho Calls for Federal Return and Prisoner Releases

Success Nkongho proposes a two-state federation, prisoner releases, inclusive talks and reconstruction in a 19-point plan for ending the Southern Cameroons conflict.
  • October 12, 2026
  • 6 minute read

APLA Formally Writes SCAUF: A New Chapter for Ambazonian Unity and Institutional Cooperation

In an official letter dated 10 October 2026, APLA affirms continuity of its seat on the SCAUF Leadership Council. Our editorial examines what this means for Ambazonian unity and political coordination.
  • October 12, 2026
  • 5 minute read

APLA Names Ntube Francis Eseme Secretary General Following IG Transition

APLA has designated Ntube Francis Eseme as Secretary General, outlining his leadership responsibilities and coordination with its institutions following the transition from the Interim Government.
  • October 9, 2026
  • 1 minute read
Side-by-side editorial portrait composite of Mark Bareta on the left and Joseph Dion Ngute on the right.

Dion Ngute, October 1 Is a Reminder: The Ambazonia Question Will Not Resolve Itself

Mark Bareta reflects on October 1 and challenges the belief that the Ambazonia question will resolve itself, calling for a negotiated political settlement.
  • October 2, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Side-by-side editorial portrait composite of Governor Bernard Okalia Bilai and Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute.

Let the People Speak: Makongo Challenges Dion Ngute and Governor Over Buea Dialogue

Dr David Makongo questions the organisation of the Buea town-hall meeting and calls for transparency, a voice for victims and inclusive peace negotiations.
  • September 30, 2026
  • 8 minute read