Opinions

A people’s political aspirations cannot be settled by the prosecution of one man. BaretaNews calls for peaceful solidarity, a fair trial and a documented examination of the Southern Cameroons question.

Mark Bareta argues that a lasting settlement requires negotiations between Cameroun Government representatives and representatives of Southern Cameroons, rather than treating the conflict as a local community dispute.

Mark Bareta reflects on October 1 and challenges the belief that the Ambazonia question will resolve itself, calling for a negotiated political settlement.

Dr David Makongo questions the organisation of the Buea town-hall meeting and calls for transparency, a voice for victims and inclusive peace negotiations.

Mark Bareta challenges Dion Ngute’s approach to community dialogue and calls for direct, mediated negotiations with Ambazonia leadership.

Abdulkarim Ali argues that peace in Southern Cameroons requires a ceasefire, prisoner releases, safe return from exile and mediated negotiations—not waiting for exhaustion.