1 / 10Protest Deaths Reported: At least two protesters were shot dead by security forces in Cameroon on Sunday, according to opposition groups. The shootings occurred as supporters of opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary rallied to demand credible results from the October 12 presidential election. The opposition said security forces opened fire during clashes in Douala, the country’s economic hub. (AP photo)
2 / 10Unrest Across Cities: Hundreds of people marched through major cities, including Douala, Garoua, and Maroua, after Tchiroma called for demonstrations. He claimed victory over President Paul Biya, saying he had defeated the 92-year-old leader. Protesters defied a ban on gatherings, blocking roads and setting up barricades while police responded with tear gas and water cannons. (Reuters photo)
3 / 10Conflicting Death Toll: The African Movement for New Independence and Democracy confirmed two deaths in Douala, but regional governor Samuel Dieudonne Ivaha Diboua later said four people had died. He added that protesters attacked police stations in Douala’s second and sixth districts, injuring several security officers. The local media could not independently verify the death toll. (Reuters photo)
4 / 10Government Response: Minister of Territorial Administration Paul Atanga Nji said several arrests had been made linked to what he called an “insurrectional movement.” He did not specify how many were detained. The minister accused protesters of plotting violence and urged citizens to remain calm while awaiting the Constitutional Council’s official election results scheduled for Monday. (Reuters photo)
5 / 10Opposition Claims Victory: Opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary said he won 54.8% of the votes compared to Biya’s 31.3%. He called on citizens to protest if authorities announced what he described as “falsified and distorted results.” Tchiroma, a former minister and ex-ally of Biya, insisted he would not accept any result showing Biya as the winner. (Reuters photo)
6 / 10Biya’s Continued Rule: President Paul Biya, who has ruled Cameroon since 1982, is seeking a seventh consecutive term. At 92, he is the world’s oldest serving leader. A victory would extend his rule to nearly a century of life. His decision to run again has angered many young Cameroonians who say they want political change and new leadership. (Reuters photo)
7 / 10Nationwide Arrests Made: Tchiroma’s campaign said about 30 politicians and activists supporting him were detained. Those arrested reportedly include Anicet Ekane, leader of the MANIDEM party, and Djeukam Tchameni of the Union for Change movement. The arrests, confirmed by opposition sources, have added to the political tension as protests continued in cities across the country. (Reuters photo)
8 / 10Youth Frustration Grows: Journalist Blaise Eyong told Al Jazeera that frustration among Cameroon’s youth was visible on the streets. He said young people feel angered by alleged election rigging and high unemployment. “You can really see the frustration and anger when you talk to young people,” he said. Youth groups have been central in organising many of the demonstrations. (Reuters photo)
9 / 10Internet Disruptions Reported: Eyong and local media reported internet disruptions across Cameroon in recent days, with some regions experiencing partial blackouts. Despite this, protesters continued to mobilise through local networks. Videos posted online showed running battles between protesters and security forces, who used tear gas to disperse crowds blocking major roads. (Reuters photo)
10 / 10Tension Before Results: The Constitutional Council is expected to release final results on Monday. The government has rejected opposition claims of vote manipulation and urged citizens to remain patient. Meanwhile, protests have spread to Yaounde, Maroua, Garoua, Meiganga, Bertoua, and Bafoussam. (Reuters photo)
