Cameroon security forces killed 48 in election protests, U.N. sources say

Tensions in Cameroon escalate as President Paul Biya's re-election sparks deadly protests, with at least 48 civilians killed and 13 gendarmes. The government remains silent on the death toll, while civil society groups report higher numbers. Protests erupted in cities, with Douala being the hardest hit. A three-day national lockdown is called, and all eyes are on Biya's swearing-in on Thursday, as uncertainty looms over the country's future. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.