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Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen celebrates 5th Anniversary, reaches out to widows affected by Anglophone Crisis

9, September 2026

Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen celebrates 5th Anniversary, reaches out to widows affected by Anglophone Crisis 0

Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen, a Cameroonian women’s organisation dedicated to fostering unity, cooperation and solidarity among Cameroonian women living in Antwerpen, is set to celebrate five years of existence with a special fundraising gala night on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

The anniversary celebration, which will take place at Kerkhofstraatblommenstraat 1, 2170 Antwerpen, beginning at 8:00 p.m., is expected to bring together Cameroonians, Africans, friends and well-wishers for an evening of entertainment, fellowship and humanitarian solidarity.

What makes this year’s celebration particularly significant is the decision by Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen to use the occasion not only to celebrate its remarkable five-year journey, but also to raise funds to support widows affected by the ongoing crisis in the Anglophone regions of Cameroon.

The initiative is a commendable demonstration of compassion and social responsibility. At a time when many families in conflict-affected communities continue to struggle with loss, displacement and economic hardship, remembering widows and vulnerable families is a powerful expression of solidarity.

By dedicating part of its anniversary celebration to such a humanitarian cause, Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen has demonstrated that community organisations can go beyond social gatherings to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people facing difficult circumstances back home.

The organisation deserves special commendation for keeping alive the spirit of community and extending its solidarity across borders. Its initiative is a reminder that celebrating success becomes even more meaningful when it is accompanied by an effort to uplift those in need.

Speaking about the event, Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen President Lady Lia Eleanor Ndi appealed to Cameroonians and Africans in Antwerpen and beyond to turn out in large numbers and make the anniversary gala a memorable occasion.

The evening will also feature entertainment from renowned DJ Patcoole, promising guests an atmosphere of music, dancing, celebration and conviviality.

As Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen reaches this important five-year milestone, its members deserve congratulations for their commitment to unity, cooperation and community building. Five years of existence is a significant achievement and the organisation’s decision to mark the occasion with a humanitarian fundraising initiative makes the milestone even more worthy of celebration.

The September 12 gala is therefore more than an anniversary party. It is an opportunity for the Cameroonian and wider African community in Antwerpen to come together, celebrate an organisation that has served its community for five years, and extend a helping hand to widows whose lives have been profoundly affected by conflict.

Cameroonians, Africans, friends of Cameroon and well-wishers are encouraged to attend the gala massively, support the fundraising effort and make their presence count.

As Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen celebrates five years of sisterhood and solidarity, the organisation has shown that true celebration is not only about looking back at achievements, but also about reaching out to those who need a helping hand.

Happy 5th Anniversary to Club 40 Solidarity Antwerpen and congratulations for turning celebration into an opportunity for compassion and humanitarian support.

By Soter Tarh Agbaw-Ebai

Douala spends CFA7 billion on waste but 900 tons still go uncollected each day

8, September 2026

Douala spends CFA7 billion on waste but 900 tons still go uncollected each day 0

Douala has budgeted CFA7 billion for waste management in 2026, yet an estimated 900 tons of household garbage still go uncollected each day, underscoring the limits of a new appeal for residents to package their waste in sealed bags.

The Douala City Council (CUD) urged residents on September 2 to place household waste in properly sealed garbage bags before taking it to designated disposal points. The city says the practice makes collection easier, prevents garbage from spreading through streets and helps protect the urban environment.

The recommendation is simple, but it comes with a direct cost for households: garbage bags have to be purchased. For families that generate waste every day, regular use represents another recurring household expense. The burden can vary considerably depending on household size, the volume of waste produced and the type of bags purchased.

Some households still use repurposed packaging, buckets or other containers to store waste before disposal, reflecting the different financial circumstances of residents across the city.

The larger challenge, however, extends well beyond the price of a garbage bag.

Douala generates about 2,700 tons of household waste every day, according to figures from the city council. Waste management company Hysacam says it collects about 1,800 tons daily, or close to 70% of the estimated total. That leaves roughly 900 tons outside the collection system each day.

Accessibility problems in some neighborhoods, along with constraints in pre-collection and transportation, further complicate waste management.

Properly sealed bags can make a difference. They prevent some garbage from scattering, reduce certain nuisances and make waste easier for collection workers to handle. They can also help keep garbage out of drainage channels, an important concern in a city that regularly faces flooding.

But packaging is only one step. It works only if an effective collection system takes over afterward.

Household Costs Meet Collection Constraints

For residents, regular use of dedicated garbage bags means an additional expense whose size depends on the household and the amount of waste it generates. The issue is not whether bags are useful: properly packaged garbage is clearly easier to handle than waste dumped directly onto the ground.

The challenge is to make the practice accessible to as many households as possible without imposing a disproportionate burden on lower-income residents.

Garbage bags also cannot substitute for collection. A sealed bag left on a sidewalk, vacant lot or beside a drain remains improperly managed waste. Packaging only works when households have appropriate disposal points and the waste is subsequently collected.

Douala’s waste management chain involves several stages, from household storage to pre-collection, collection, transportation, transfer and treatment. A breakdown at any stage can weaken the entire system.

In hard-to-reach neighborhoods, pre-collection helps move garbage toward the main collection network. Elsewhere, the frequency of garbage truck services and the availability of suitable disposal points largely determine whether the system works effectively.

That means urban sanitation cannot depend solely on residents’ behavior. Households have a role to play by avoiding illegal dumping, following designated disposal locations and schedules, properly packaging waste and keeping garbage out of public spaces.

But individual efforts also depend on a functioning public service. Suitable bins, accessible collection points, organized pre-collection services and regular waste removal remain essential.

CFA7 Billion for Waste Management in 2026

Waste management also represents a substantial expense for the city. Douala has allocated CFA7 billion to garbage management in its 2026 budget.

The city government has also announced CFA100 million for district councils. The funding is intended in part to help associations and small and medium-sized businesses acquire garbage bins and bags for pre-collection services that move household waste to collection points.

Those figures put the household garbage bag into a broader financial context. The bag itself represents only a small part of a system that requires spending on equipment, workers, fuel, vehicles, maintenance, transportation and treatment.

Poorly managed waste also carries indirect costs through clogged drains, unsanitary neighborhoods, disruption for residents and additional cleanup operations.

The CUD’s appeal therefore highlights the role households can play in keeping Douala clean, but garbage bags alone cannot address the scale of the city’s waste challenge. Their usefulness ultimately depends on what happens before and after households use them: residents’ practices, pre-collection services, accessible disposal points, regular collection and the resources available to remove and process the waste.

The question for Douala is therefore not simply whether residents can put their garbage in bags, but whether the city’s waste system can ensure those bags ultimately reach their proper destination.

Source: Sbbc

Yaoundé: gov’t orders investigation after 15 underage girls were found in Essos apartment

7, September 2026

Yaoundé: gov’t orders investigation after 15 underage girls were found in Essos apartment 0

Cameroonian authorities have opened an investigation after 15 underage girls were found in a home in Yaoundé’s Essos district on September 2, while the government has ordered protection and psychosocial support for the children as investigators work to establish why they were there.

In a statement issued on September 4, Social Affairs Minister Pauline Irène Nguene condemned “any act likely to harm the physical or moral integrity of children” and announced that the relevant government services had taken responsibility for their care.

According to the Ministry of Social Affairs (MINAS), authorities intervened after receiving an anonymous report. The circumstances that brought the children to the house on Rue des Pavés remain unclear. The ministry said they “may have been held by individuals” and that investigations are underway to establish the facts and determine any potential responsibility.

MINAS services, alongside other relevant government agencies, have been mobilized to protect the minors, ensure their safety and provide psychosocial support. Nguene also urged the public to report missing or vulnerable children, or suspected cases of trafficking, exploitation or violence, through the 1503 hotline.

According to Cameroon Tribune, 15 underage girls were found at the property on September 2. Two women who were at the scene were also taken to Yaoundé’s Central Police Station No. 4. Authorities have not officially established that a child-trafficking network was involved, nor have they explained why the girls were being kept at the house.

Anne Féconde Noah Calls for Severe Penalties

Anne Féconde Noah, vice president of the Cameroon Party for National Reconciliation (PCRN), praised the intervention by law enforcement and residents who helped with the operation. She called for investigators to identify everyone who may have been involved.

The opposition official also demanded particularly severe penalties for anyone ultimately found guilty. If investigators establish that the children suffered abuse, Noah wants the death penalty imposed on the perpetrators, accomplices and others who participated in the acts.

If no physical abuse is established, she has called for life imprisonment without the possibility of a pardon, along with strict limits on prison visits. Her demands come before investigators have established the precise conditions in which the children were living, where they came from or the responsibility of the people detained.

Source: Sbbc

Bishop Attakruh honoured for inspiring homily at African Catholic Cultural Celebration in Belgium

5, September 2026

Bishop Attakruh honoured for inspiring homily at African Catholic Cultural Celebration in Belgium 0

The Catholic Diocese of Sekondi-Takoradi in Ghana was proudly represented in Antwerpen, Belgium, as His Lordship Bishop John Baptist Attakruh joined the Anglophone African Catholic Community for a special celebration of cultural diversity, heritage, faith and unity.

The celebration, held on Sunday, 30 August, brought together a mammoth gathering of Africans and friends of the community from different countries, united by their common Catholic faith and shared cultural heritage. Bishop Attakruh was in Belgium at the special invitation of the Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Callistus Uzoma Okponenwu, whose pastoral ministry has continued to play an important role in helping Africans in Belgium remain connected to their faith and the Roman Catholic Church.

In a rich and inspiring homily, Bishop Attakruh called on Africans in the diaspora to remain united and to see themselves as one people, regardless of their different nationalities, languages and cultural backgrounds.

He also encouraged the faithful to remain steadfast in their Catholic faith and to continue to uphold the values of the Holy Roman Catholic Church wherever they find themselves.

The Bishop’s message resonated strongly with the congregation, particularly at a time when African communities across Europe are increasingly seeking ways to preserve their cultural identity while remaining firmly rooted in their Christian faith.

The celebration attracted participants from beyond Belgium. Among those present were members of the Swords Centre African Chaplaincy of the Archdiocese of Dublin, Ireland, as well as members of the Cameroon Catholic Community in Mülheim, Germany. Their presence added an international dimension to an occasion that demonstrated the strength and unity of the African Catholic family in Europe.

The gathering was not only a celebration of culture and heritage but also a powerful expression of Christian fellowship. Africans from different countries came together as brothers and sisters, demonstrating that the Catholic faith can serve as a strong bridge across national and cultural boundaries.

The Chairman of the Organising Committee, Alhaji Moses Nji Ndeh, expressed profound appreciation to Bishop Attakruh for honouring the invitation and for contributing so meaningfully to the success of the celebration.

He praised the Bishop for his inspiring presence, his powerful homily and his message of unity, faith and solidarity among Africans in the diaspora. He also extended his gratitude to everyone who contributed to making the event a memorable occasion.

Special commendation was also given to Rev. Fr. Callistus Uzoma Okponenwu, whose dedication to the pastoral needs of Africans in Belgium continues to provide an important source of spiritual support and encouragement.

Through his ministry, Fr. Callistus has helped create opportunities for Africans to come together, celebrate their cultures and, most importantly, strengthen their relationship with the Roman Catholic Church. His commitment to keeping the African faithful connected to the Church and to one another deserves recognition and appreciation.

The Anglophone African Catholic Community in Antwerpen therefore extends its heartfelt gratitude to Bishop John Baptist Attakruh for being part of this great celebration. His presence, fatherly guidance and rich homily left a lasting impression on the faithful and gave renewed meaning to the celebration of African unity, heritage and faith.

The community also expresses sincere appreciation to Rev. Fr. Callistus Uzoma Okponenwu for his tireless efforts in supporting Africans in Belgium and helping them remain strong in their Catholic faith.

The celebration ultimately stood as a reminder that, despite geographical distances and differences in nationality, faith, culture and unity can bring Africans together as one family in Christ.

By Soter Tarh Agbaw-Ebai on special assignment in Antwerpen

Keep Yaoundé Clean: Governor Bea sets CFA 25,000 fine for illegal dumping

3, September 2026

Keep Yaoundé Clean: Governor Bea sets CFA 25,000 fine for illegal dumping 0

Authorities in Yaoundé have announced a CFA25,000 fine for illegal dumping in the capital, but key details on how the penalty will be enforced have yet to be made public.

Centre Region Governor Naseri Paul Bea announced the measure on September 1, 2026, after a tour with Mfoundi Senior Divisional Officer Emmanuel Mariel Djikdent through several neighborhoods in Yaoundé III and VI. The fine applies to anyone caught dumping household waste on public roads.

The officials visited areas from Nsimeyong to Maison Blanche in Biyem-Assi, as well as Montée de la Chapelle and Etoug-Ebe. The tour was intended to assess compliance with measures adopted after an August 28 meeting on sanitation in the capital, chaired by Territorial Administration Minister Paul Atanga Nji.

The statement issued after the inspection did not identify the legal instrument that establishes the fine or specify which officials can record violations. It also provided no details on how penalties will be issued and collected, when enforcement will begin or how sanctioned residents can challenge a fine.

For now, CFA25,000 therefore remains an announced penalty whose enforcement procedures have yet to be defined.

Sanctions were already announced in January

The use of penalties to tackle illegal dumping is not new. On January 21, 2026, Atanga Nji had already announced legal action against people who left waste outside authorized disposal sites. He also instructed municipal authorities to clearly identify locations where dumping was prohibited.

The governor’s latest announcement adds a specific monetary penalty, although no public assessment of the earlier measures is available.

Authorities have not disclosed the number of violations recorded, citations issued or fines actually collected. Nor are there public data that would allow a comparison of illegal dumping before and after the previous warnings. Without those indicators, their effect on residents’ behavior cannot be measured.

The size of the fine alone will not determine whether it deters illegal dumping. Its impact will also depend on the frequency of inspections, the likelihood that offenders are penalized and whether authorities actually collect the fines. A penalty that is rarely enforced can have limited effect regardless of its amount.

Regular waste collection remains critical

A ban on dumping waste on public roads also requires accessible disposal points and a predictable collection service. Cameroon’s General Code of Decentralized Local Authorities assigns household waste collection, removal and treatment to the city council. Municipal police officers from the city council or district councils are responsible for enforcing public sanitation rules.

Authorities have also announced waste collection days every Friday. Public information, however, does not yet specify which neighborhoods will be covered, collection times or where households should leave their waste.

A clear schedule will be necessary to distinguish illegal dumping from waste placed near a collection point while residents wait for it to be removed.

Assessing the measure will therefore require information that is not yet available, including the number of inspections, penalties issued and collected, neighborhood coverage, collection frequency and changes in the prevalence of illegal dumping.

Source: Business in Cameroon

Manyu: We Must Learn!

25, August 2026

Manyu: We Must Learn! 0

For many decades, many young people of Manyu descent have been asking why Manyu towns and villages are not growing as fast as they should though they have the population.

For lack of a proper response to their questions, many of these young people easily assume that the Division’s failure to turn its fortune around is basically because the Manyu political elites have not been doing their job. Can a region’s economic development depend entire on a few politicians?

Of course, it is easier to criticize and lay blame whenever there is an issue than to seek real intellectual answers to the socio-economic issues which dog us every day like stubborn shadows.

If today’s young men of Manyu descent really want to witness change in the Division of their birth, they must walk away from the intellectual laziness that has robbed their parents of the capacity to understand how development and politics relate and how, if employed properly, could bring about sustainable transformative change in a Division like Manyu which is screaming and begging for development.

Manyu is a Division endowed with huge natural and human resources which if well exploited could trigger a massive wave of development. But exploiting resources requires a huge understanding of how wealth and development operate.

Manyu might have sent many of its children to school and education is one asset that can cause a geopolitical environment to grow by leaps and bounds, but the education most young Manyu boys and girls receive these days clearly belongs to the past and is unfortunately inadequate.

Like most young Cameroonians, the education young people of Manyu descent receive these days is pointing them in the wrong direction and it clearly belongs to a distant past. It is not designed for an era which underscores the importance of knowledge. Today’s job market underscores skills. It prioritizes knowledge over certificates.

Today’s education in Cameroon prioritizes certificates over knowledge and skills and this educational system is keeping many young men and women unemployed and frustrated for a very long time. They are not being educated for today and the future. They have been trained for an economy that no longer exists.

Besides, the Manyu educated population only seems to have been wired for an office and this makes it hard for young Manyu graduates to even identify opportunities which can deliver better financial and economic situations. This is indeed an old mentality that is hurting many young men and women.

The Manyu man loves his white shirt and tie. He loves to be formally dressed even under the scorching sun in his native Mamfe. He loves to demonstrate his knowledge even when not necessary and even when his pockets are empty. To the Manyu man, modesty is still a foreign concept and this obnoxious behavior appears to be genetic and it has been transmitted from generation to generation with current generations posting the same outcomes like their parents.

Strangely, it is the young people who are bearing ideas and behaviors which belong to the past who accuse their seniors of having not given Manyu an economic facelift. It is these same young men who attack their political representatives openly for dereliction of duty without seeking to know the terms of reference of each political player.

A Member of Parliament does not have the same duties as a minister though both can work together to help move the Division forward if that opportunity shows up.

A minister like a parliamentarian does not create jobs but if there are openings in his ministry, he can help a few people in his constituency. He cannot help everybody as his ministry is a national ministry and not a divisional ministry.

A parliamentarian, for his part, does not have a corporation. His role is purely legislative. However, he can use his position to lobby for opportunities for his constituency and this does not imply that he must always succeed. He can intercede for his people where possible. He can negotiate for his people if he is aware of any job opportunities.

But before the minister and the parliamentarian can lend a helping hand when it comes to employment, they must be sure that the candidates they want to promote have the right certificates and skills. It will be preposterous of anyone who wants to help to engage in a game he knows will not deliver the right results.

Before young Manyu graduates can blame their politicians and those who hold high positions, they must ensure they have the right information, top-notch skills and relevant certificates. They must understand that a politician cannot help everyone on the same day, and that the politician will be diminishing his own significance and credibility by placing people in positions they cannot handle or do not qualify for.

Before we blame, let’s ensure we check every box on the list. Do we have the right skills? Do we have certificates relevant to the position? Do we have the right attitude? Can we deliver as required? Do we have the right CV that can attest to our experience?

I am not holding a brief for our Manyu politicians. I also want our politicians to do more, but looking forward to greater performance and delivery on the part of our politicians also implies that we must exercise patience and demonstrate a sound understanding of processes and procedures.

Of course, some complaints and criticisms could be right but how we package those complaints could make or mar our objective. Publicly disrespecting someone because they have not met our personal expectations is an error that might trigger negative sentiments and it could be counter-productive.

Our politicians are humans and they cannot be exceptions. They too deserve respect and they understand that their actions are being scrutinized.

As people of Manyu Division, we must start learning. It behooves us to avoid errors of the past. If Manyu Division has not posted any impressive economic outcomes over the last five decades, it is also because of our own mindset.

The Manyu mentality of unnecessary anger and show-off are also to blame for our Division’s economic demise. Our attitude which breeds unnecessary conflict makes it hard for us to work as a well-oiled unit. The time has come for us to shrink our ego if we have to work as a team.

Manyus always think we are more knowledgeable than those we expect can and should help us. We blame without doing our investigation. This is the tragedy that has destroyed Manyu and will continue to destroy it if we do not mend our ways.

Blaming is an idea whose time has passed. We, the people of Manyu, usually criticize not to make things better but to demonstrate that the other person is stupid and does not deserve what he has. This is our Achilles heels.

Our political leaders are not asking for unnecessary praises. They don’t want to be seen as gods. They just want us to be constructive. No reasonable person will hate constructive criticism.

It is time for us to think differently. We must start to learn from our past mistakes. Our disunity is our worst enemy. We must strive to promote social cohesion not just for celebrations but also for economic development.

We must understand that even if we do not like our politicians, we must respect them as every human being deserves respect. Respect is a key ingredient in the game of collaboration. If we make mutual respect our hallmark, then it will be easier for us to build leverage; the leverage that will enable us to work collaboratively to give Manyu the development it deserves.

Manyu’s journey to genuine and meaningful development starts with mutual respect. It is a journey which requires patience, collegiality and sacrifice. No individual, no matter how rich or well-placed can develop Manyu alone. That is why we must understand that creating conflict through disrespect and ill-informed opinions about others does not work in our favor. A word to the wise is enough!

By Dr. Joachim Arrey

Yaounde-Bafoussam highway: 16 killed in bus crash

15, August 2026

Yaounde-Bafoussam highway: 16 killed in bus crash 0

At least 16 people died early Friday in a crash on the Yaounde-Bafoussam highway in Cameroon, police and witnesses said.

The accident happened in Nomale in the Ndikinimeki subdivision of the Mbam-et-Inoubou division, Centre region.

A passenger bus slammed into a truck loaded with planks that was parked on the road. Among the victims were seven members of the same family who were traveling to a funeral, witnesses said.

State broadcaster CRTV reported that about 40 people were injured in the collision.

Local police said formal investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the crash.

Road accidents are common in Cameroon and are frequently blamed on poor road conditions and reckless driving. Data from the Cameroonian Ministry of Transport shows that about 1,500 people die each year in road accidents across the central African country.

Source: Xinhuanet

Germany: Mfuni annual convention has kicked off in Mulheim

14, August 2026

Germany: Mfuni annual convention has kicked off in Mulheim 0

The European chapter of the Mfuni Cultural and Development Association (MFUCADA) has kicked off its annual convention and uniform launch in the beautiful German city of Mülheim, bringing together members and supporters in a celebration of culture, unity and community development.

The convention, which began today, will culminate in a grand gala night in Duisburg, where Cameroonians and friends of Manyu culture are expected to come together in their numbers to celebrate the Mfuni community and its cultural heritage.

Speaking on the program Dr. Eta Valerie Ayamba, President of MFUCADA, announced that the gala night will be animated by Eyum Anneh, Manyu Division’s Germany-based cultural ambassador. His participation is expected to add colour and vibrancy to an evening dedicated to culture, entertainment, fellowship and community solidarity.

Mfuni is a village in Eyumojock Subdivision of Manyu Division in Cameroon’s South-West Region, and the European chapter of MFUCADA continues to provide a platform for sons and daughters of the community in the diaspora to preserve their cultural identity while contributing to the development of their home community.

Beyond the celebration, the convention and uniform launch represent an opportunity for Cameroonians in Germany and across Europe to demonstrate solidarity with grassroots community initiatives. Such gatherings help strengthen bonds among Cameroonians abroad, promote cultural heritage and create opportunities for collective development.

Cameroonians, particularly sons and daughters of Manyu and friends of the Mfuni community, are therefore being called upon to come out en masse and support MFUCADA. Their presence at the gala will not only make the celebration more colourful but will also send a strong message of unity, pride in Cameroonian culture and commitment to community development.

From Mülheim to Duisburg, the MFUCADA European chapter is inviting everyone to be part of what promises to be a memorable celebration of Mfuni, Manyu and Cameroonian cultural heritage.

Come out, support the Mfuni community, celebrate our culture and make the gala night a resounding success!

By Soter Agbaw-Ebai

Food insecurity threatens 2.6 million Cameroonians outside conflict zones

14, August 2026

Food insecurity threatens 2.6 million Cameroonians outside conflict zones 0

Food insecurity in Cameroon now extends well beyond regions affected by armed conflict, with about 2.6 million people in relatively stable areas exposed to acute food insecurity risks, according to a report published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS) on August 7, 2026.

Of the roughly 4.5 million people identified in at-risk areas between January and March, 1.8 million lived in regions directly affected by conflict, particularly the Far North, Northwest and Southwest. The remaining 2.6 million lived in areas relatively spared from those security crises.

The figures show that food vulnerability cannot be explained solely by population displacement, insecurity or disruptions to economic activity caused by conflict. It also affects areas where markets function better and agricultural production is considered more stable. According to the INS, the affected populations account for 17% and 13%, respectively, of the populations in the two categories of areas.

Less Severe but Persistent Vulnerability

Conditions remain less severe in areas unaffected by conflict. About one in five households there has inadequate food consumption. The INS attributes this relative resilience to better market access, more stable agricultural production and greater diversification of food sources.

Trends over the three-month period also point to relative stability. In eight of Cameroon’s 10 regions, the share of households with inadequate food consumption showed no significant change. Only the North and Northwest recorded a slight increase in the number of affected households.

Stability, however, does not mean improvement. The INS warned that the relatively stable national picture masks localized deterioration that could emerge in areas under greater pressure, particularly in the North.

For areas unaffected by conflict, the institute expects current conditions to persist, with no significant improvement but no major deterioration either. This raises the risk that a substantial share of the population could remain trapped in persistent food vulnerability even outside areas affected by security crises.

5.4 Million People at Risk on Average in the First Quarter

At the national level, indicators improved over the course of the quarter. The proportion of the population considered at risk fell from 22% in January to 16% in February, according to the INS. Across the first quarter of 2026, however, the rate averaged 18%, equivalent to about 5.4 million people. The figure points to significant vulnerability despite temporary improvements in some indicators.

That estimate must be distinguished from the 4.5 million people who lived in areas identified as exposed to acute food insecurity risks between January and March. The two figures refer to different statistical indicators and populations and should not be treated as equivalent.

The INS findings broaden the issue beyond the humanitarian emergency in Cameroon’s conflict-affected regions. In relatively stable areas, persistent food insecurity also raises questions about household incomes, families’ ability to absorb higher prices and the effectiveness of food production and distribution systems.

The relative stability recorded in the first quarter therefore does not eliminate the threat. Instead, it indicates that a significant share of the population remains close to the vulnerability threshold and could fall into greater food insecurity after a shock to prices, harvests or household incomes.

Source: Business in Cameroon

Nyene Mawn in Germany: Manyu Women leading, Manyu girls rising, Manyu communities thriving

10, August 2026

Nyene Mawn in Germany: Manyu Women leading, Manyu girls rising, Manyu communities thriving 0

The Manyu Women’s International Association, fondly known as Nyene Mawn, has once again demonstrated what can be achieved when women come together with purpose, vision and an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of their community.

The recently concluded mini summit in Duisburg in the Federal Republic of Germany was more than a gathering of women. It was a celebration of solidarity, leadership, service and the enduring strength of Manyu women. The election of Maureen Tabe as the new President-General has added another important chapter to the association’s remarkable journey.

At a time when societies across the world are increasingly recognizing that the future of any nation depends significantly on how it educates, protects and empowers its girls, Nyene Mawn deserves particular commendation for its contribution to the girl child in Cameroon. By supporting initiatives that encourage girls to dream, learn, develop confidence and become responsible members of society, the association is investing not merely in individuals, but in the future of Cameroon itself.

A girl who is educated is a woman empowered. A woman who is empowered can transform a family, strengthen a community and influence a nation.

This is why the work of Nyene Mawn is so important.

Perhaps even more inspiring is the manner in which the association continues to lead by example. Leadership is not simply about holding positions or making declarations; it is about service, responsibility, integrity and demonstrating the values one wishes to see in others. Through its activities, its commitment to community and its emphasis on the advancement of women and girls, Nyene Mawn is showing younger generations that leadership is both a privilege and a responsibility.

The Duisburg summit also reflected the association’s appreciation of faith, culture and community. Ending the gathering with a Holy Mass celebrated together with the Cameroon Catholic Community in Mülheim was a beautiful reminder that service to humanity is strengthened by fellowship, humility and gratitude to God. It brought a fitting spiritual dimension to a gathering dedicated to unity, renewal and the future.

The election of Maureen Tabe as President-General therefore comes at an important moment. She inherits not merely an office, but a legacy of women who have chosen to make a difference. Her leadership will undoubtedly carry expectations, but it also comes with tremendous opportunities to build upon the achievements of those who came before her.

We of the Cameroon Concord Group congratulate Maureen Tabe most warmly and wish her wisdom, courage, strength and God’s guidance as she takes up the mantle of leadership. May her tenure be marked by unity, inclusiveness, meaningful service and even greater opportunities for women and girls, particularly those in Cameroon.

To Nyene Mawn, we say: keep leading, keep serving and keep inspiring.

Your greatest legacy may not be found only in the programs you organize or the achievements you record, but in the young girls who look at the example you set and begin to believe that they, too, can lead, serve and change their communities.

When women rise together, generations rise with them.

Congratulations, Nyene Mawn. Congratulations, President-General Maureen Tabe. May the journey ahead be fruitful, impactful and blessed.

By Chi Prudence Asong with additional reporting from Soter Agbaw-Ebai

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