The sub-prefect Elvis Akondi announced the Closure of 188 evangelical churches in the Yaoundé IV district, pointing noise pollutionof the financial scams and practices contrary to Christian ethics. Only 48 congregations Of 236 have legal approval, revealing a structural problem.
188 closed places of worship Since the end of February 2025.
15 million XAF (€ 23,000) extorted monthly to the faithful, according to official reports.
32 Outdated night decibels In 80 % of cases, disturbing residents.
Of the evangelical Christians organized sit-in in front of the town hall, while the hashtag #EgliseFerméescameroun exploded on Twitter. The bishop Samuel Kleda criticized the measure on its Official Facebook pagequalifying this “Unjust restriction”.
The Minister Paul Atanga Nji promised a National census of places of worship by June 2025. The illegal churches are now risking a fine of 5 million XAF (€ 7,600) and a final closure.
This operation relaunches the debate on the Religious regulation in French – speaking Africa. Experts call for a balance between freedom of worship And Citizen protection.
