Media : Practitioners against Manipulation

The National Union of Independent Journalists (Synajic) has called on media practitioners across the country to resist political manipulation. The appeal was made during a press conference in Douala on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The union’s president, Alex Koko, emphasized the union’s commitment to upholding democratic institutions and peace. He stated that Synajic has initiated a national tour to raise awareness among political leaders about the need for restraint and the preservation of peace, which he called a core value of the nation.
“We must turn away from the prophets of chaos, whose only ambition is to see our beautiful country sink into the troubles experienced by others”, Koko stated. While acknowledging the nation’s challenges, he insisted that they are not insurmountable and can be addressed through collaboration. As a “sentinel of peace and watchdog of democratization”, Synajic organized the press briefing to dissuade troublemakers.
The objectives of the national tour include, encouraging citizens to fulfill their civic duty by voting. Urging political actors to respect republican ideals, national unity, and social peace. Affirming the public’s commitment to a new Cameroon on ...