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  • Vote Smart Cameroon: Phase II Promotes Electoral Integrity

    Vote Smart Cameroon: Phase II Promotes Electoral Integrity

    The Foundation for Peace and Solidarity (FPS) has launched the second phase of the Vote Smart Cameroon project, dubbed “Beyond the Ballot,” to strengthen electoral integrity, promote inclusive governance and build democratic trust ahead of the 2027 municipal elections.

    Supported by the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI), the six-month project runs from October 2026 to March 2027 and covers the Centre, West, Northwest and Southwest Regions.

    Building on the first phase, which focused on newly registered voters during the presidential election, the initiative seeks to encourage sustained civic participation and greater citizen involvement in governance and accountability.

    It targets young people, women, conflict-affected communities, electoral stakeholders, governance actors, media professionals and civil society organisations, particularly groups whose voices are often underrepresented in democratic processes.

    Five key activities will be implemented, including the establishment of Civic Integrity Sandboxes to promote dialogue between citizens and governance actors, and community verification networks and rumour clinics to counter misinformation.

    The project will also introduce citizen governance scorecards to assess local government responsiveness and accountability. In addition, 60 monitors from youth groups, women’s organisations and civil society will be trained to identify electoral risks, barriers to participation and gaps in public trust.

    Three evidence-based policy briefs will also be produced, offering recommendations on governance reforms, citizen participation, accountability and electoral integrity.

    By the end of the project, the organisers expect to establish three platforms for citizen-institution dialogue, train 30 media experts, civil society actors and community leaders in information verification, and strengthen civic networks across the four regions.

    The initiative aims to sustain the participation of young people, women and conflict-affected communities in peaceful, inclusive and accountable democratic processes beyond 2027.

  • #GAFI: le Cameroun accélère sa sortie de la liste grise

    #GAFI: le Cameroun accélère sa sortie de la liste grise

    L’objectif était au centre de la tenue ce 22 octobre à Yaoundé, de la 2e session ordinaire du Comité de coordination des politiques nationales de lutte contre le blanchiment des capitaux, le financement du terrorisme et de la prolifération des armes de destruction massive. 

    Occasion pour le ministre délégué auprès du ministre des Finances, Yaouba Abdoulaye, qui présidait la cérémonie au nom du ministre des finances, de rappeler aux uns et aux autres que ladite session intervient au moment où le Cameroun fait toujours l’objet de surveillance renforcée par le GAFI (Groupe d’action financière).

    Contexte

    Il faut dire que le Cameroun, inscrit sur la liste grise du Groupe d’Action Financière(GAFI) depuis le 23 juin 2023, reste sous surveillance renforcée. Lors de sa session plénière d’octobre 2025 à Paris, le GAFI a maintenu le Cameroun sur cette liste, estimant que des progrès ont été réalisés mais insuffisants pour une sortie immédiate.

    Aussi, lors de la session du 20 février 2026, le Ministre des Finances, Louis Paul Motaze, avait-il indiqué que le pays préparait la transmission de son septième rapport de suivi au GAFI, avec un taux d’exécution des mesures recommandé limité à 46%. Parmi les insuffisances relevées: 

    -l’insuffisance des dispositifs de supervision des professions assujetties en matière de LBC/FT/FP 

    -l’absence de mécanisme d’encadrement et de supervision des organismes à but non lucratif

    -l’absence d’un mécanisme satisfaisant de mise en œuvre des sanctions financières ciblées au titre des Résolutions pertinentes du Conseil de Sécurité des Nations Unies 

    -l’absence d’un mécanisme national de gestion des avoirs criminels gelés, saisis ou confisqués, ou encore le déploiement d’un dispositif permettant la dématérialisation des échanges entre l’ANIF(Agence Nationale d’Investigation Financière) et ses principaux partenaires.

    En relevant la prescription ferme de sortir notre pays de la liste grise dans les meilleurs délais, le ministre des Finances a invité les administrations et les institutions responsables des actions résiduelles à les réaliser dans les jours et les semaines qui suivent, afin que le 9ème Rapport en cours d’élaboration soit le dernier et que la première session du Comité de Coordination pour l’année 2027 soit consacrée à la préparation de la visite sur place du GAFI. Laquelle marquera alors la fin du processus de surveillance renforcée.

    Aline-Florence Nguini

  • Excellence Awards 2026: 30 GCE Laureates Honoured in Yaounde

    Excellence Awards 2026: 30 GCE Laureates Honoured in Yaounde

    Thirty outstanding laureates of the 2026 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level examination have been honoured at the 2026 Barnabas Mbigha Excellence Awards (BMEA), held in Yaounde on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

    The ceremony, chaired by the Minister of Secondary Education, Professor Pauline Nalova Lyonga, brought together the Minister of State, Minister of Higher Education, Professor Jacques Fame Ndongo, and the Minister of Public Health, Dr Manaouda Malachie, alongside senior government officials, education stakeholders and medical students from the University of Yaounde I.

    Beyond celebrating academic achievement, the event highlighted efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and position Cameroon as a medical tourism destination in Central Africa.

    Speaking at the ceremony, Barnabas Mbigha, Chief Executive Officer of the Peace and Comfort Medical Foundation, outlined the foundation’s vision of developing state-of-the-art medical facilities equipped with modern technologies while improving access to primary healthcare.

    He said the initiative is already taking shape in the Littoral Region, where healthcare services are being developed to address the needs of the population. A health facility has also been put in place, with particular attention to hypertension and the need for effective prevention and management.

    The programme featured an interactive session on hypertension, while participants also explored proposed initiatives involving the diaspora to support development efforts.

    The 30 laureates received awards in recognition of their outstanding performance during the 2026 GCE Advanced Level examination.

    Closing the ceremony, the Minister of Secondary Education, Professor Pauline Nalova Lyonga, emphasised the importance of supporting academic excellence and investing in healthcare. She also appreciated the initiative for recognising outstanding students and contributing to efforts to address healthcare needs.

    Through its focus on academic achievement and healthcare development, BMEA 2026 highlighted the importance of recognising merit while supporting initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of communities in Cameroon.

  • BEAC: des pièces de monnaie démonétisées  dès le 1er novembre 2026

    BEAC: des pièces de monnaie démonétisées  dès le 1er novembre 2026

    Selon le Gouverneur de la Banque des États de l’Afrique Centrale (BEAC), cette décision fait suite à la Résolution du Comité Ministériel de l’Union Monétaire de l’Afrique Centrale (UMAC), adoptée lors de sa session ordinaire du 7 octobre 2026 à N’Djaména.

    Ces pièces de monnaie « Ancienne Gamme », qui vous sont présentées ici, seront donc privées de leur cours légal et pouvoir libératoire à ladite date sur l’ensemble du territoire des six Etats membres (Cameroun, Centrafrique, Congo, Gabon, Guinée Equatoriale et Tchad) de la Communauté Economique et Monétaire de l’Afrique Centrale (CEMAC).

    Quelques dates à retenir 

    -Du 1er novembre 2026 au 31 octobre 2027: les détenteurs des pièces de l’ancienne gamme pourront les échanger aux guichets des établissements de crédit et de microfinance, ainsi qu’à la BEAC, contre des pièces de monnaie des gammes 2006 ou 2024 ainsi qu’il suit :

    Du 1er novembre 2026 au 31 juillet 2027, soit pendant une période de neuf (9) mois, aux guichets des établissements de crédit et de microfinance, ainsi qu’aux guichets de la BEAC

    Du 1er août au 31 octobre 2027, soit pendant une période de trois (3) mois, exclusivement aux guichets de la BEAC.

    Puis, à compter du 1er novembre 2027, les pièces de monnaie de l’ancienne gamme cesseront définitivement d’être échangées quels que soient les guichets. Le Gouverneur de la Banque des États de l’Afrique Centrale (BEAC) précise que les modalités d’échange des pièces démonétisées seront définies par chaque établissement de crédit et de microfinance, ainsi que par la BEAC.

    Il rappelle par ailleurs que les pièces de monnaie des gammes 2006 et 2024 conservent leur cours légal et pouvoir libératoire sur l’ensemble du territoire de la CEMAC et devront, à ce titre, être acceptées dans les transactions de toute nature.

    Source: note d’information du Gouverneur de la Banque des États de l’Afrique Centrale (BEAC)

  • Guidance Counselling Day: Minister Launches Activities in Obala

    Guidance Counselling Day: Minister Launches Activities in Obala

    The 24th edition of the National Guidance Counselling Day has been celebrated at Government High School Obala in the Centre Region this October 16, 2026.

    The event was presided over by the Minister of Secondary Education, Prof. Nalova Lyonga, under the theme “Educational and Vocational Guidance in Secondary Education, a Cornerstone for Local Development.”

    The Minister called on guidance counsellors to remain accessible to students and understand their needs to help them make informed academic and career choices. She also stressed the importance of agriculture to national development and urged learners to make informed decisions in an era of artificial intelligence and widespread access to information.

    Students presented several performances, including a drama on guidance counselling that captured the attention of the Minister and other personalities.

    The Mayor of Obala also highlighted the school’s contribution to national leadership, citing prominent Cameroonians who had studied at the institution.

    The celebration underscores the importance of guidance counselling in helping students identify their potential, make informed career choices and develop skills that contribute to national and local development.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • CRTV: Serge Pouth Honoured Through Documentary Awards

    CRTV: Serge Pouth Honoured Through Documentary Awards

    The Cameroon Radio Television is honouring the legacy of veteran journalist, Serge Pouth Pouth through the Grand Prix du Documentaire Serge Pouth: Innovation et Excellence.

    The pioneer edition of the awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Ongola A Samba Hall, Yaoundé City Council, under the patronage of the Minister of Communication.

    The late Serge Pouth served CRTV for more than three decades and was Head of Digital Communication at CRTV Production. The award instituted in his name seeks to preserve his legacy while promoting innovation and excellence in documentary filmmaking.

    The initiative aligns with CRTV’s efforts to encourage creative audiovisual production.

    Through these initiatives, CRTV is honouring its professionals while encouraging creativity and the production of impactful audiovisual content.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Stop Féminicides: Concours de courts-métrages -CRTV / MINPROFF

    Stop Féminicides: Concours de courts-métrages -CRTV / MINPROFF

    Êtes-vous un cinéaste inspiré par des histoires visant à mettre fin aux violences liées au genre et aux féminicides❓


    Alors participez au concours de courts-métrages 🎥 organisé par la Cameroon Radio Television (CRTV), en partenariat avec le ministère de la Femme et de la Famille, afin de soutenir la lutte contre la violence genre et les féminicides au Cameroun. La date limite de soumission des films est fixée au 15 novembre 2026.

    Règlement du concours

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    Grille de notation jury

    #BrisonsLeSilence237
    #BreakTheSilence237
    #NiObjetNiProie
    #WomenAreNotPrey

  • Stop Femicide CRTV and MINPROFF launch Short Film Contest

    Stop Femicide CRTV and MINPROFF launch Short Film Contest

    Are you a movie maker inspired by stories to stop Gender Based Violence and femicide❓

    Then take part in Short Film 🎥 Contest organised by the Cameroon Radio Television, CRTV, in partnership with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment support the fight against GBV and femicides in Cameroon.

    The deadline for submission of films is November 15, 2026.

    Eligibility criteria

    Registration Form:

    Jury Rating Grid

    #BrisonsLeSilence237

    #BreakTheSilence237

    #NiObjetNiProie

    #WomenAreNotPrey

  • MINEDUB Reviews Externally Funded Projects, Seeks New Partnerships

    MINEDUB Reviews Externally Funded Projects, Seeks New Partnerships

    The Ministry of Basic Education launched a two-day review of externally funded projects and discussions on new partnerships in Yaoundé on October 8, 2026.

    The meeting aimed to assess project implementation, identify funding gaps and explore new financing opportunities to improve access to quality education and learning outcomes.

    Presiding over the opening ceremony, the Minister of Basic Education, Professor Laurent Serge Etoundi Ngoa, described the review as a strategic step towards transforming education in Cameroon.

    He acknowledged the contributions of development partners, noting that their support had yielded significant progress, while stressing the need for approaches that address the country’s diverse educational challenges.

    The Secretary of State at the Ministry of Basic Education, Vivian Asheri Kilo, highlighted some of the gains from these partnerships, including the construction of schools, fencing of school premises to improve children’s safety, donations of textbooks and financial support for the education of children with special needs, refugees and internally displaced persons.

    She noted that the review would help identify areas requiring further intervention and guide support for the next academic year.

    The meeting brought together government officials, technical and financial partners, and other stakeholders to review ongoing projects and explore opportunities for further collaboration.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Yaoundé: UNECA meets with ambassadors from member countries

    The second edition of the meeting of officials of the Central Africa Office of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) with ambassadors from member countries this October 8, 2026.

    It was a forum for ambassadors to be updated on issues affecting their countries within the subregion including strides made this far.

    This is in prelude to the 42nd Session of the Intergovernmental Committee of Senior Officials and Experts (ICSOE) for Central Africa scheduled for October 13 to 15, 2026 in Yaounde.

    The Subregional Director for Central Africa UNECA, Jean Luc Mastaki highlighted during a meeting with the press.