According to the transport minister, a huge cloud of dust from the Sahara desert is threatening to cover half of Cameroon.

In a press release, Ernest Ngalle Bibehe issued a warning that if the predicted wind conditions hold, the dust could result in traffic accidents since it would limit visibility.

According to Mr. Bibehe, the dust could also lead to respiratory conditions.

The Far North region of Cameroon is currently being crossed by the dust cloud, and four further regions may be affected in the next days.

The minister has encouraged people to drive cautiously and correctly shield their eyes and noses.

Dust storms from the Sahara travel from north to south across Cameroon every year.