The Humanitarian Efforts of SCNC UK: Alleviating Suffering and Raising Awareness Amidst the Southern Cameroon Crisis

In the heart of the Southern Cameroon Crisis, amidst the chaos and despair wrought by conflict, the Southern Cameroons National Council (SCNC) UK stands as a beacon of hope and compassion. Through their unwavering dedication to humanitarian aid and advocacy, they extend a lifeline to refugees, the wounded, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by the violence and oppression inflicted upon Southern Cameroonians. Moreover, their tireless efforts shed light on the egregious human rights violations perpetrated by the Cameroon military
forces against innocent Anglophones, showcasing the urgent need for international intervention and justice.

The crisis in Southern Cameroon, stemming from decades of marginalization and oppression of the Anglophone minority by the Francophone-dominated government, has escalated into a full-blown humanitarian catastrophe. Amidst this turmoil, SCNC UK emerges as a crucial player in alleviating the suffering of those caught in the crossfire. Their humanitarian aid efforts are multifaceted, addressing the immediate needs of refugees, the wounded, and IDPs while also working towards sustainable solutions for their long-term well-being.

One of the primary ways SCNC UK provides assistance is through the provision of medical care to the wounded and those affected by the conflict. In collaboration with local partners and medical professionals, they offer essential healthcare services, including surgeries, trauma counselling, and rehabilitation, to mitigate the physical and psychological scars inflicted by violence. By ensuring access to medical treatment, SCNC UK not only saves lives but also restores dignity to those who have suffered unimaginable atrocities.

Furthermore, SCNC UK extends a helping hand to refugees and IDPs, providing essential supplies such as food, water, shelter, and clothing to meet their basic needs. Through our relief efforts, we offer a resemblance of stability and security to displaced individuals and families who have been uprooted from their homes and communities. Additionally, SCNC UK facilitates educational initiatives for displaced children, recognizing the importance of safeguarding their futures amidst the chaos of conflict.

Beyond their humanitarian endeavours, SCNC UK plays a vital role in raising awareness about the plight of Southern Cameroonians and the atrocities committed by the Cameroon military forces. Through advocacy campaigns, media outreach, and grassroots mobilization, we amplify the voices of the oppressed and demand accountability for human rights abuses. By shining a spotlight on the inhumane treatment of Anglophones, we thereby compel the international community to take action and hold perpetrators accountable for their crimes against humanity.

SCNC UK’s advocacy efforts also focus on promoting dialogue and seeking peaceful resolutions to the conflict in Southern Cameroon. Recognizing the futility of violence and the need for inclusive dialogue, we engage in diplomatic initiatives aimed at fostering recognition of our right to exist as a free people and restoring our statehood as proud Ambazonians while also addressing the root causes of the crisis and looking after those severely affected by the trauma and suffering. By advocating for political reforms that uphold the rights and aspirations of all Southern Cameroonians, regardless of linguistic or cultural background, we envision a future of peace, justice, and equality for Southern Cameroons.

In conclusion, the Southern Cameroons National Council UK stands at the forefront of humanitarian aid and advocacy amidst the Southern Cameroon Crisis. Through our unwavering commitment to alleviating suffering and raising awareness, they provide a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness of conflict and oppression. As we continue our vital work, SCNC UK serves as a testament to the power of solidarity, compassion, and resilience in the face of adversity. It is imperative that the international community heed our call for justice and stand in solidarity with the people of Southern Cameroon in our quest for freedom, dignity, peace and unconditional restoration of our right to exist as a free people.

Written By: Valery Fonyuy Tata

National Integration or Assimilation? The Political Destruction of Southern Cameroons and Its Identity Crisis

Have you ever wondered how forced assimilation can drive a region toward separation? Southern Cameroons (now the North West and South West regions of Cameroon) provides a poignant example. What began as a promise of national integration has evolved into a systematic erasure of Southern Cameroonians’ identity, leading to political and cultural alienation.

In 1961, Southern Cameroons voted to join the Republic of Cameroon in a UN-supervised plebiscite. The agreement envisioned a federal union that would respect the distinct cultures and systems of both regions. However, instead of fostering true integration, the government pursued assimilation, marginalising the Anglophone minority. Political and economic policies favoured the Francophone majority, undermining the Anglophone legal, cultural, and educational frameworks (Mbah, 2000). This forced assimilation gradually stripped Southern Cameroonians of their identity, fuelling grievances.

The transition from integration to assimilation became apparent in the education system. Anglophone students were forced to adopt French curricula, leaving them disadvantaged in a system that disregarded their linguistic and cultural needs. Imagine learning complex subjects in an unfamiliar language—this was the reality for many Southern Cameroonian students. Such policies alienated the region, fostering resentment toward the central government.

By 1995, the Southern Cameroons National Council (SCNC) emerged as a key organisation advocating for the restoration of Southern Cameroons’ statehood. The SCNC argued that forced assimilation had robbed Anglophones of their political and cultural autonomy, making separation the only viable path to preserving their identity. This struggle came to a head in 2016 when widespread protests erupted, as teachers and lawyers demanded respect for Anglophone institutions. The government’s violent crackdown deepened the crisis, further convincing many that independence was the only solution (Achirim, 2017).

Economic marginalisation also compounded the issue. Despite its natural resource wealth, Southern Cameroons remained underdeveloped as resources were siphoned to Francophone regions. This unequal treatment left Anglophones with poor infrastructure and limited opportunities, amplifying their sense of exclusion.

Today, Southern Cameroons faces an identity crisis. The government’s insistence on assimilation over diversity has fractured the nation, demonstrating that forced unity cannot succeed without respect for differences. The SCNC continues to advocate for the preservation of Anglophone heritage, showing that for Southern Cameroonians, separation is less about rejection and more about survival. National integration should never require the erasure of identity.

References
Achirim, P. (2017). The Anglophone Crisis in Cameroon: A Political Analysis. University of Yaoundé Press.
Jua, N. (2019). National Integration or Forced Assimilation? The Plight of Anglophones in Cameroon. Cambridge University Press.
Mbah, A. (2000). Historical and Cultural Identity of Southern Cameroons. Douala Publishers.
Ngoh, R. T. (2018). The History of Cameroon: From the German Period to Independence. Routledge.

Written by: Camillius Agbor Takang

Peace in Southern Cameroons: Are we doing enough?

We all know there is no place like home but can there be a home with no security and peace or can there be a home when all our loved ones are gone? Southern Cameroons for the past Years have suffered discrimination marginalisation and degrading treatment from La Republique du Cameroun with many people arrested tortured and even killed because of their political views about the freedom of
Southern Cameroons from the harsh and inhuman treatment of the government of la Republique du Cameroun

The current and ongoing genocide in Southern Cameroons is because Southern Cameroonians have dared to speak out and protest against the sustained political economic explanation marginalisation and oppression which they continue to experience.
The government of la Republique du Cameroun is against anybody advocating for the independence of Southern Cameroons by using its terrorism law passed in 2014 to victimise Southern Cameroonians. This means anyone arrested will be tortured and tried with the penalty of life imprisonment or death.

I am a strong believer that Southern Cameroons will one day be free from the current slavery and bandage of the government of la Republique du Cameroun. As Southern Cameroonians it’s our fundamental responsibility to unite our efforts together with our actions to bring back peace in Southern Cameroons through its independence. Let all continue strongly to advocate and Campaign for the freedom of Southern Cameroons.

Author: Sidonie Massah
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THE PLIGHT OF THE PEOPLE OF FORMER BRITISH SOUTHERN CAMEROON

From a self-governing entity as a country, the people of southern Cameroon have been brought down to nothing other than mere beggars. A people proud of their culture and colonial heritage were brought down to their knees some sixty years ago after a failed unity.

Southern Cameroon was one of the first democratic countries in Africa in the early fifties with successive changes of power. Dr. Endeley Lefaka from 1954-59, John Ngu Foncha from 1959-64 and Augustine Nkong Jua who forced out of government by the Ahidjo of French Cameroon.

With just the Mobile Wheel Police, the peace, defence, and security of the population was assured. The court with its common law supplemented the stability.

Economically, Southern Cameroon had a strong and solid foundation. We had three airports, a seaport at Victoria and a strong financial institution. From infrastructure perspective, all major towns and cities connected by good, tarred roads. The un-tarred roads were regularly maintained thanks to the existence of the Highway Department, just as we Highway England in the UK. For the airports, we had the Tiko international airport, Mamfe Airport at Bessongabang and the Bali Airport.

We had our natural deep seaport in Victoria where large ships could anchor. Railway lines were constructed to ease transportation of bulky and heavy goods. The palms section of Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) benefited greatly from this operation.

The West Cameroon Marketing Board was one of the aspects that boosted our economy. Under this board co-operatives were organised all over the territories to buy cash products, select best yielding seedlings before accepted by the Board. Meanwhile fertiliser and other agricultural tools were given to farmers via cooperatives including. Productive farmers benefited from loans to expand agriculture and yields.

Our lone financial institution, Cameroon Bank was flourishing providing even long-term loans to businesspeople from across the border in French Cameroon.

We also had the National Lottery agency. The proceeds from this operation were used to construct hospitals and other health facilities.

Yoke power plant in Muyuka supplied us with energy including others like the Malala plant for the rubber factory.

After all the above mentioned and others it took La Republic of Cameroun a very short time to destroy everything. Meanwhile president Amadou Ahidjo was slow and consistent in his destruction for his 25years in office, Paul Biya used less than 10 years to accomplish their mission.

Nevertheless, today as we speak all the institutions like Marketing Board, Cameroon Bank and Highways departments don’t exist anymore. For now, only CDC – Cameroon Development Corporation exists at a limping pace. The traces of all the airports today are French Cameroon military bases. Any good road linking some few towns in southern Cameroon is always sponsored and supervised by foreign organisations, or directly links a to nearby French Cameroon town if sponsored by the French Cameroon government.

Faced with carnage on our institutions and destruction of our once economy sustainability models, our people have been taught nothing but corruption as sole of means of survival. Southern Cameroonians via corruption now hangs their hopes on powerless positions of powers in the Cameroon government administration which itself act as extension of the annexation process of our territory. Southern Cameroonians have become inferior adjectives to describe.

Whilst wise forward-looking nations lure annexed areas or united territories with economy favourism and development, the French Cameroonian government to the contrary uses depravity and destitution to keep us Southern Cameroon to her fake union.

It is for these reasons that we the people of Southern Cameroon continue to call the international community to pressure the Cameroonian authorities to return our autonomy and stop the ongoing killing and incarceration of our people.

Author: Moh Amstrong Moh

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