The Cameroonian media landscape is mourning the sudden passing of journalist Arnaud Nguefack. He died in Douala overnight between February 29th and March 1st, 2026, after falling ill. His body has been taken to the morgue at the Douala General Hospital.
The news has sparked deep emotion at Canal 2 International, where Arnaud Nguefack was a senior reporter and a respected figure. A visibly shaken colleague said, "This is a huge loss".
Arnaud Nguefack was a familiar face in Cameroonian television journalism. He established himself as a rigorous professional, expertly covering major political issues and social events. His career inspired many young reporters, particularly in Douala and Yaoundé.
As valedictorian of the 19th graduating class of the École supérieure de journalisme de Paris, Arnaud Nguefack embodied excellence and discipline. In addition to his work at Canal 2 International, he also ran the weekly investigative and feature reporting newspaper Infos Majeures.
At present, the exact circumstances of the illness that led to Arnaud Nguefack's death have not been officially released. However, sources close to him mention accumulated fatigue in recent weeks.
The death of Arnaud Nguefack is a significant loss for the Cameroonian press, a sector already facing many challenges. He was also involved in an accident in March 2025, when he was hit by a vehicle driven by the president of the Cameroonian Red Cross.
His colleagues will remember his professionalism and commitment to journalism. He was 43 years old.
