Violence in Cameroon: Five Dead Amid Ongoing Anglophone Conflict

On March 18, 2025, conflict in Cameroon’s Anglophone areas led to five deaths and the rescue of six hostages. Attacks by separatist fighters marked the violence, prompting government forces to increase military presence in response to escalating tensions.

On March 18, 2025, violence erupted in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon, leading to the deaths of at least five individuals. Reports indicate that gunmen, presumed to be separatist fighters, targeted a taxi in Buea, a key city in the Southwest region, resulting in two fatalities. Eyewitness accounts detail that the attack occurred around 7:00 PM local time when assailants opened fire at close range before fleeing the scene when security personnel arrived.

In a contrasting development in the Northwest region, government forces conducted a raid at a separatist hideout in Baba 1 locality. This operation resulted in the deaths of three separatist fighters and the successful rescue of six civilians who were being held hostage. Local police confirmed these details to reporters on the same day.

In response to the escalating violence and a recent surge in separatist activities, the Cameroonian army plans to increase troop deployment in the affected areas. The armed separatist groups have been engaged in conflict with government forces since 2017 as they pursue the establishment of an independent nation in this region.

The recent violence in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon underscores the ongoing conflict between government forces and separatist fighters. The tragic loss of five lives coupled with the successful rescue of hostages indicates the volatile nature of the situation. With the government’s decision to reinforce military presence, it is evident that the struggle for independence in these regions remains a pressing issue.

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