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Cameroon Minister Warns Media Against Unlawful Medicine Advertisements

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What happened

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The Minister of Communication warned media outlets in Cameroon against persistently broadcasting advertisements promoting medicines, healthcare facilities, and medical practices. These practices violate provisions of Law No.2006/018 governing advertising in Cameroon.

From cameroon-tribune.cm

Why it matters

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The persistence of these unlawful advertisements exposes media outlets to penalties under the Cameroonian Penal Code. The law stipulates that gross negligence leading to risk could result in imprisonment and a substantial fine.

From cameroon-tribune.cm

Who's involved

Minister of CommunicationIssued the warning regarding unlawful advertising practices
CameroonThe sovereign state where the advertising laws apply

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