Catholic Recognition in Yaoundé: Vatican has declared Cameroonian religious brother Jean-Thierry Ebogo “Venerable,” moving him forward in the canonization process; the Apostolic Nunciature in Cameroon says Pope Leo XIV granted the title after his “heroic virtues” were recognized. Opposition Politics: As the Social Democratic Front (SDF) marks its 36th anniversary, party chairman Joshua Osih calls for “new blood” in Cameroon’s leadership and launches a “Campaign Locomotive” for electoral victory; SDF officials also unveil “Operation Take Back Bamenda II Council” ahead of municipal polls. Local Governance & Services: Tiko Council opens talks with an Indian higher-education institution on a healthcare partnership, including possible free medical training for Tiko students and equipment support for local facilities. Human Rights & Justice: A fact-finding mission report highlights the human cost of Cameroon’s death penalty, describing how it has been used as a political tool and pointing to opaque practices around sentencing. Security & Regional Stability: A report examines whether the US-Nigeria targeting of ISWAP’s deputy could weaken the terror group, noting leader killings often have more symbolic than lasting operational effects.