By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
The Guardian Post, one of Cameroon’s leading English-language newspapers, is set to mark its 25th anniversary with a weeklong Silver Jubilee event from November 9 to 14 in Yaoundé.
Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Kristian Ngah Christian announced the schedule during a press conference in Yaoundé on Friday, October 16, aimed at informing the public about the celebrations.
Reflecting on the milestone, Ngah stated: “As we celebrate 25 years of serving as the voice of the voiceless, holding authority to account, and advancing Cameroon’s democracy, we are launching a weeklong Silver Jubilee programme, running from November 9 to November 14, 2026.”
He outlined that the schedule will feature thematic workshops and masterclasses for young print journalists to nurture the next generation of reporters, alongside “an Open Door and Community Outreach to engage directly with our readers, civil society and local communities.”
He added: “We also plan a sport walk to promote wellness and fraternity among media professionals and a Grand Jubilee celebration on November 14 at the Concord International Hotel in Yaounde.”
Looking ahead, Ngah emphasized that the publication will not rest on its laurels, declaring: “We will keep striving for higher heights. We are expanding digital presence on all social media platforms.”
Reaffirming the paper’s core values, he noted: “As captured by our motto: Cherished by many, haunted by some, read by them all, we remain committed to our middle-of-the-road editorial policy, fair, balanced, and fearless reporting.” He further pointed out: “We will remain a marketplace of ideas for all Cameroonian voices, regardless of political affiliation or social standing.”
The publisher also looked back at the outlet’s humble beginnings following its first edition on August 30, 2001. Born out of frustration and limited resources, what began as a desperate struggle to put food on the table has matured into an institution directly employing over 50 Cameroonians and supporting hundreds more indirectly.
“When The Guardian Post debuted in the slippery, harsh, cash-strapped, and unpredictable print media landscape in Cameroon, many predicted its demise. Yet, through hard work, sacrifice, unyielding faith in God, and an absolute commitment to journalism integrity, we have refused to give up,” Ngah recalled.
He acknowledged the obstacles along the way, stating: “Our journey has been anything but a bed of roses. We have faced severe difficulties; sabotage, financial stress, online phishing, fake front-page fabrications, and threats from individuals who felt challenged by our daring and middle-of-the-road editorial policy.”
Despite sanctions levied by the National Communication Council in 2013, The Guardian Post emerged stronger, returning to newsstands as Cameroon’s very first English-language daily newspaper.
“It is this determination that has also enabled us to shatter national and international glass ceilings, establishing records that place us at the forefront of the media sector in Central Africa,” Ngah said.
“Today, we hold the distinction of being the only newspaper publishing seven days a week (Mondays to Sundays) in the CEMAC and ECCAS Subregions, supported by The Guardian Post Sports and The Guardian Post Magazine.”
