Perpetrators of hate speech, tribalism on danger line as Parliament receives bill

By DOH JAMES SONKEY Perpetrators of hate speech and tribalism in Cameroon will soon receive heavy legal punishments following a decision by the government to finally table a bill against such an unfortunate growing phenomenon gradually eating up the foundation of a peaceful and united Cameroon. A draft bill to amend Cameroon’s legal code was tabled in Parliament last week for scrutiny and possible adoption. Certain provisions of the new article prescribe extra punishment for certain category of persons who promote hate speech, contempt of tribe and tribalism. Article 241 (1) deals with punishment of promoters of hate speech and…