© Minsante Cameroon’s Minister of Public Health, Dr. Manaouda Malachie on March 13, 2026 presided over the first ordinary session of the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) Inter-Agency Coordination Committee (IACC) in Yaounde. This strategic meeting brought together international partners, including the WHO, UNICEF, and GAVI, to validate the 2026 Annual Work Plan and review the financial commitments necessary for vaccine procurement. The session emphasized a shift toward more equitable ac...

© Mainimo Etienne The Secretary of State to the Minister of Basic Education, Dr. Kilo Vivian Asheri, has urged winners of the Mount Cameroon Race of Hope 2026 to be Ambassadors of Peace. She said this during an official audience she granted the winners of the race in Yaounde on March 11. The audience focused on athletes hailing from the Nso community of Bui Division, including Senior Women’s Champion Mary Grace Dzekenyuy Wirba, third-place senior finisher Tata Carine, and junior men’s bronze ...

© AN The 2026 Legislative Year in Cameroon officially commenced on March 10 at the Paul Biya Glass House in a somber yet historic atmosphere. Presiding over the opening of the March session, which is the first Ordinary Session, the newly designated Eldest Member of Parliament, Honourable Marlse Toute Soppo, began the proceedings by leading a moment of silence for her predecessor, the late Honourable Laurentine Koa Mfegue Mbede. Against this backdrop of loss, the session marks a pivotal moment...

© JDC CAMTEL Women match past In a vibrant display of discipline and digital ambition, the women of Cameroon Telecommunications (CAMTEL) joined thousands yesterday March 8 to celebrate the 41st International Women’s Day, marking a new era of female-led innovation in the nation’s tech sector. The festivities reached a crescendo during the traditional march past at the May 20th Boulevard, where the CAMTEL delegation delivered a standout performance. Dressed in commemorative fabric, the "Amazons...

© MINAT MINAT Combines Tradition and Administration to Empower Women and Girls As part of activities marking the 41st edition of International Women’s Day in Cameroon, the Ministry of Territorial Administration, MINAT on March 5, 2026 organised a talk in the conference hall of the Ministry. Chaired by the Secretary General of the Ministry, Yves Christian Edoa Effa, representing the Minister of Territorial Administration, the talk had as theme: “Synergy of Actions between Administrative and Tr...

© MINSANTE Cameroon has officially launched its National Digital Health Strategic Plan (PSNSN) 2026-2030, marking a pivotal shift toward the structural transformation of the country’s healthcare system. The launching ceremony, that held on March 4, 2026, at the Hilton Hotel in Yaoundé, was presided over by Mr. Boukar, Inspector General of Administrative Services, representing the Minister of Public Health. This new roadmap aims to leverage digital technology as a strategic tool for modernizat...

© RR The Bamenda I Municipality reached a significant milestone in community development recently, with the official launch of the Bamenda I Council Library. Located opposite the Proximity Stadium in Atougoulah, this modern facility inaugurated in February 28, 2026 is designed to bridge the gap in educational resources for both children and adults. The inauguration ceremony was attended by a diverse group of stakeholders, including traditional authorities and education partners, all united by...

© UNICEF As a means of youth empowerment, UNICEF Cameroon, in collaboration with the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency - TİKA and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education - MINJEC, has established the first U-Report community in the South West region of Cameroon. Launched in the Limbe Municipality on March 11, 2026, this initiative officially inducted 60 local youths into the global movement. These young leaders now join a massive national network of over 465,000 U-Reporter...

© Journal l'action The National Communication Council - NCC - of Cameroon held its 49th ordinary session on March 5, 2026, under the leadership of its President, Joseph Chebonkeng Kalabubse. Operating under the regulatory framework of Decree No. 2012/038, the Council convened to deliberate on twelve critical cases involving allegations of misinformation, defamation, and professional malpractice within the media landscape. The session resulted in a wave of disciplinary actions, ranging from fo...

© Minsante The meeting between Cameroon's Minister of Public Health, Dr. MANAOUDA Malachie, and a delegation of American mental health experts marks a significant step toward modernizing the national healthcare system. Recognizing that medical professionals serve as "soldiers of health," the discussion focused on the urgent need to address the intense stress and heavy workloads that often lead to professional burnout. This high-level audience underlines a growing governmental commitment to pr...

© Plan Cameroon In a world where many professional sectors remain male-dominated, the rise of women determined to succeed in roles traditionally reserved for men is nothing short of impressive. Over the years, women have devised ways to establish themselves in fields such as construction, mechanics, electrical engineering, and transport. ​One of such emblematic figure is Olive Mendzang, a 40-year-old mother of three who is rewriting the rules of the road. As the only female driver among appro...

© UNICEF The people of Limbe, South-West region of Cameroon can now boast of gaining access to quality education. This thanks to a state-of-the-art  Solar-powered Digital Learning E-Container facility that will cover over 600 children of the locality. The modern infrastructure, which is a result of a fruitful partnership between UNICEF and HIS Towers, was officially inaugurated on Thursday March 5, 2026. The advent of this third IHS supported facility in Cameroon is set to expand access to sa...

© MINAT The kickoff for activities marking the 41st edition of International Women’s Day (IWD) took place this March 4, 2026, at the Ministry of Territorial Administration (MINAT). The "Parcours Vita" in Yaoundé came alive with a high-energy sports session that was led by the Director of Civil Protection, Angèle Ndzie Ntsama. Under the global theme, "Rights, Justice, Action: For All Women and Girls," the event saw an impressive turnout of female staff dedicated to fitness and professional sol...

© Mintoul In celebration of the 41st International Women’s Day, the Ministry of Tourism and Leisure (MINTOUL) has transformed its headquarters into a culinary showcase through a mini-gastronomic fair. ​The fair received a significant boost with a visit from the Secretary General of the Ministry, Mr. Ndioro A. Mamoum, who toured the various stands to engage directly with the exhibitors. During his visit, the Secretary General commended the women for their creativity and unwavering commitment t...

© UK in Cameroon The British High Commission in Yaoundé has officially announced a temporary suspension of student visa issuances for Cameroonian nationals, a measure slated to last for an initial period of 18 months. In a press release made public by the Embassy,  this "visa brake" applies strictly to the student category, meaning that no scholarship programs—regardless of their prestige or funding source—are exempted from this restriction. However, the diplomatic mission clarified that this...

© Ledrapeau237 ​In a profound gesture of international fraternity, the Turkish Ambassador to Cameroon conducted a high-profile solidarity visit to the Turkey-Cameroon Fraternity Orphanage in the 8th district of Yaounde II municipality. Marking the holy month of Ramadan, the diplomat engaged directly with the children to assess their living conditions and share a moment of fellowship. This visit underscores the core values of the month—sharing, mutual aid, and compassion—strengthening the cult...

© Sanji global The celebration of the 41st International Women’s Day in Buea was a masterclass in elegance and purpose, centered at the historic Bongo Square. This year’s theme, "Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls," resonated throughout the ceremonial grounds as thousands of women from various professional and community sectors converged for the traditional march-past. The event was presided over by the South West Governor, Bernard Okalia Bilai, who lauded the resilience of wome...

© Minddevel From a heated football match earlier this week, the Ministry of Decentralization and Local Development (MINDDEVEL) moved to strategic dialogue during a high-level Roundtable Conference on March 5, 2026. Held at the Annex C building of the Ministry in Yaounde, the event was chaired by Mrs. Nfor Catherine Mugha epse Essoh, Technical Adviser No. 2, representing the Minister. As a cornerstone of the International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations, the conference provided a professional f...

© (DR) In a vibrant display of athletic skill and professional solidarity, the women of the Ministry of Decentralization and Local Development (MINDDEVEL) faced off against their counterparts from the Yaoundé III City Council in a friendly football match. Held late yesterday morning at the Yaoundé Military Stadium, the event was a key highlight of the commemorative week leading up to International Women’s Rights Day on March 8. The match concluded in a well-fought 1-1 draw, reflecting a balan...

© RR An Exhibition fair under the appellation COJIF 2026 has been officially opened as part of activities for the celebration of the 41st edition of International Women’s Day in Cameroon. The official launch was done on March 2, 2026 at the National Museum in Yaoundé. Running from March 2nd to March 6th, 2026, the event was inaugurated by the Minister of Women's Empowerment and the Family, Abena Ondoa Marie Thérèse, who performed the symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony. The fair, held under the ...