Cameroon opens new hearing in Martinez Zogo murder case
Africa • Sep 2, 2025, 12:35 AM
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In Cameroon, a new hearing has begun in the high-profile case of Martinez Zogo. The well-known radio presenter was abducted in January 2023 and found dead five days later on the outskirts of Yaoundé. Following months of legal wrangling and delays, the trial has now progressed to examining the core issues. According to the family’s lawyer, this is the opportunity to finally uncover who was responsible for Martinez Zogo’s murder, who ordered it, and why. Report by Indira Ayuk.
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Madagascar receives skull of former king beheaded by French troops
Africa • 2:07 PM
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Madagascar on Tuesday held a ceremony to mark the return of three skulls belonging to men killed by French troops in 1897, including one believed to be that of a former king. The remains, which are expected to be buried later this week, had been taken to
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Cameroon opens new hearing in Martinez Zogo murder case
Africa • 12:35 AM
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In Cameroon, a new hearing has begun in the high-profile case of Martinez Zogo. The well-known radio presenter was abducted in January 2023 and found dead five days later on the outskirts of Yaoundé. Following months of legal wrangling and delays, the tr
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