Mata Harri
Is Stanley Enow Fit for President of Cameroon?
This piece examines the prospect of Stanley Enow, a prominent Cameroonian musician, running for president—a question prompted by global celebrity-to-politics movements and local precedent. The writer weighs his artistic reputation, communication skills, and bilingualism against his political silence, selective collaborations, and apparent distance from Cameroon's pressing crises.
Youth Entrepreneurship: Okara Brands and the Making of a Young Founder
Ayuk Nicole, through resilience forged by an unsettled childhood and a deliberate refusal to remain idle, built Okara Brands into a skincare and beauty products company. Her path—from seeking a summer job in Nigeria to becoming a brand ambassador, then launching her own line with free mentorship, and now onboarding other young women as business partners—illustrates how preparation meets opportunity.
Brand Safety and the Price of Representation
A reflection on the backlash to a Cameroonian artist's fashion choices at a public event, and what it reveals about how local companies assess risk when selecting brand ambassadors. The writer argues that while integrity and talent should matter most, companies in Cameroon rely on visible markers like appearance because they are easier to evaluate and defend.