Sema Fonkem August 05 2026

Residents of Limbe, a seaside city in Cameroon’s South-West region, and concerned citizens have expressed sadness after three persons were killed in a landslide caused by high floods.

Situated in the coastal region of Cameroon, the city frequently experiences strong downpours in August, which marks the start of the country’s rainy season.

The torrential rains have also resulted in the loss of property, including businesses and residences in the city’s sloppy areas. Many roads are inaccessible to pedestrians and vehicles. Police and local officials have advised residents to stay home or seek shelter if necessary.

The photos shared on social media from within BEAC have raised serious questions about the bank’s security and cash preservation mechanism. A staff member from the Banking Commission of Central Africa (COBAC), who spoke to Critique Africa said such tactics may attract armed robbers after seeing how the bank holds money and the exposure of the site plan.

According to the city council, some locals rejected a meteorological agency’s prior warning of heavy rainfall, landslides, and flooding.

Located on a bay against the backdrop of Mount Fako, one of Africa’s volcanic mountains, the city’s attractions include a botanical garden, the Bimbia slave trade route, and a wildlife centre with over 250 rescued animals such as the eastern lowland gorillas, chimpanzees, critically endangered drills, mandrills, mangabeys, crocodiles, African grey parrots, and white-nosed monkeys.