Cameroon Media Banned from Discussing President’s Health
The Cameroonian authorities have issued a ban on discussing President Paul Biya’s health, following rumors of his death. Interior Minister Paul Atanga Nji warned against any media debate on the president’s condition, threatening legal action for offenders. Despite claims of good health and a private stay in Geneva, Switzerland, by officials, journalists in Cameroon are facing restrictions on reporting. This ban has sparked concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists, as past incidents with separatists and government arrests have occurred.
Global press freedom organization, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), has called for an end to threats against journalists reporting on Biya’s health. The CPJ highlights the public interest in the president’s condition, urging the Cameroonian government to address rumors with a public appearance. As Cameroonians eagerly await Biya’s return, the ban on discussing his health continues to stir speculation and challenges for journalists reporting on the topic.
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