In recent weeks, relentless heavy rains have battered Mayo Danay in the Far North region of Cameroon, with the city of Yagoua bearing the brunt of the unprecedented downpour.

The damage is extensive, with reports indicating at least ten fatalities, entire neighborhoods submerged, 185 primary schools and 13 high schools flooded, and the loss of over 1,100 livestock.

The downpour has also led to the destruction of a critical bridge connecting Maga to Yagoua, further isolating certain neighborhoods. In response, Cameroonian Minister of Urban Development, Célestine Ketcha Courtes, visited the site to assess the damage and outline immediate actions.

The government has announced 350 million CFA francs in aid for the victims, though many locals consider this amount insufficient, given the scale of the crisis. For now, canoes remain the only viable means of transportation, and there are fears the region could become completely cut off if urgent steps are not taken.