Cameroon: Clashes in Far North region July 26

Event

According to local sources, clashes were reported between Boko Haram militants and soldiers from the national army in the Sagmé district of Fokotol, located in the Far North region, on Wednesday, July 26. The assailants were reportedly pushed back, however two soldiers died in the clashes. Enhanced security measures have reportedly been put in place to hamper further incursions.

Context

The Far North region of Cameroon, especially areas along the border with Nigeria, regularly experiences significant violence attributed to Boko Haram militants. While Boko Haram's main stronghold is in Nigeria, the group has been carrying out attacks in Cameroon since 2013.

Advice

Individuals present in Cameroon are advised to avoid recent bomb sites, limit time in areas deemed particularly likely to be targeted in a terrorist attack (crowded markets, etc.), and report any suspicious objects or behavior to the relevant authorities. Some Western governments advise their citizens against travel to the Far North region as well as other areas bordering Nigeria, Chad, and the Central African Republic; travel to these areas should only be considered with appropriate security protocols in place.