On March 18, 2025, clashes in Cameroon’s Anglophone regions resulted in five deaths from separatist violence. In Buea, gunmen fired on a taxi, killing two. Meanwhile, government forces killed three separatists and rescued six civilians in Baba 1. The army will reinforce its presence due to rising separatist attacks.
On March 18, 2025, violent clashes in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon resulted in the death of at least five individuals. Reports indicate that insurgents, suspected to be separatist fighters, conducted an attack in Buea, the Southwest region’s capital, targeting a taxi and resulting in two fatalities.
According to a security source, the assault occurred at approximately 7:00 PM local time. The attacks were executed at close range, and the perpetrators fled the scene soon after the arrival of military forces.
In a separate incident within the Northwest region, government forces carried out a successful operation against a separatist hideout in Baba 1 locality. The operation led to the death of three separatist fighters and the successful rescue of six civilians who were held captive.
In response to escalating violence, local media have reported plans for the army to deploy additional troops to the affected regions. The armed separatists have been engaging in conflict with government forces since 2017, as they aspire to establish an independent nation in these areas.
The recent clashes in Cameroon’s Anglophone regions underscore the ongoing and intensifying conflict between government forces and separatist fighters. The fatal shooting in Buea and the counter-operation in the Northwest region highlight the volatile security situation. The government’s decision to send more troops suggests an acknowledgment of the growing threat posed by separatist groups in the region.
Original Source: www.uniindia.com
