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  • Banana – Plantain Program: 500 Students Awarded Start-up kits

    Banana – Plantain Program: 500 Students Awarded Start-up kits

    The fifth cohort of the “One Youth, One Banana Plantain Plantation” programme has been launched this June 3, 2026, at the National School of Administration and Magistracy (#ENAM) in Yaoundé.

    The event was marked by an award ceremony under the chairmanship of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Gabriel Mbaïrobe.

    The ceremony has brought together key government officials, including Dr. Taïga, Minister of Livestock, Fisheries and Animal Industries, as well as the Minister of Youth Affairs and Civic Education, Mounouna Foutsou, who is also serving as the interim Minister of Employment and Vocational Training.

    Present at the occasion is Samuel Tony Obam, a key figure in the banana-plantain value chain and programme coordinator. He outlined expectations for participants ahead of their one-month immersion tour in Kribi.

    The program is in line with efforts to promote youth employability and agricultural entrepreneurship. Some 500 students drawn from five private higher education institutions received start-up kits and labour-saving machines before departing for a one-week immersion programme at the Banana Plantain Value Chain Incubator in Kribi.

    The initiative, launched under the fifth cohort of the “One Youth, One Banana Plantain Plantation” programme, is designed to equip young participants with practical skills and market-oriented competencies in banana plantain production and transformation.

  • GCE 2026: Candidates Start Written Phase of Exams

    A total of 208,761 candidates across Cameroon began the written phase of the 2026 GCE examinations on June 2, reflecting a 2.16 percent decline compared to the 213,361 candidates registered in 2025.

    The nationwide examination exercise commenced at exactly 8:00 a.m., with candidates sitting their first papers under strict examination regulations.

    To monitor the smooth conduct of the session, the Minister of Secondary Education, Nalova Lyonga, launched an inspection tour of selected examination centres in Yaoundé.

    Her first stop was Government Technical High School Yaoundé III, while the Inspector General of Education, Adjaba Biwoli Jean Pierre, carried out parallel supervisory visits across other centres.

    At Government Bilingual High School Mendong and other visited centres, the Minister assessed key examination conditions, focusing mainly on the adequacy of lighting in examination halls and the installation of security cameras aimed at ensuring fairness and transparency.

    Accompanying the ministerial team, the Secretary of State at the Ministry of Secondary Education, Boniface Bayaola, observed that although overall technical arrangements were satisfactory across both the Anglophone and Francophone subsystems, some shortcomings were still noted, particularly in examination halls and lighting conditions.

    Concluding her tour at Government Bilingual Technical High School Nsam, Minister Nalova Lyonga cautioned that schools failing to meet required standards of cleanliness, lighting, and security risk losing their status as GCE examination centres in future sessions, while commending centres that complied fully with the set standards.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Clinical Biology : Colloquium to Boost Health Research in Africa Holds in Yaoundé

    Clinical Biology : Colloquium to Boost Health Research in Africa Holds in Yaoundé

    The 5th International Colloquium on Clinical Biology has opened in Yaoundé this May 28, 2026.

    Researchers , health experts and academicians are examining challenges linked to clinical research and innovation in Africa at the conference.

    Holding from May 28 – 29, 2026 at the Catholic University of Central Africa (UCAC) in Messa, the meeting focuses on strengthening health systems across the continent.

    It is the themed : “Clinical Research in Health Sciences in Africa: Analyse, Regulate and Innovate.”

    The Metropolitan Archbishop of Yaoundé, and Grand Chancellor of UCAC, His Grace Jean Mbarga officially opened the conference.

    He called for stronger collaboration between science, faith and culture in advancing research that upholds human dignity and cultural values. The Grand Chancellor also commended organisers for creating a platform that promotes scientific exchange and interdisciplinary dialogue.

    The Director of the School of Health Sciences of UCAC (ESS-UCAC), Dr. Sylvie Myriam Ambomo, shes light on the central theme of the colloquium, saying that it aims to enhance the visibility of scientific research outputs, encourage knowledge sharing among experts, and promote innovation within the health sector. She also noted that clinical research plays a key role in improving healthcare systems across Africa.

    Participants are expected to discuss regulatory, ethical and scientific challenges in clinical biology and propose strategies to strengthen research and healthcare delivery across the continent during the conference.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Cameroon: School Nutrition Programme Shows Strong Results

    Cameroon: School Nutrition Programme Shows Strong Results

    A school-based nutrition and health education programme, evaluated this May 28, 2026 in Yaoundé, has recorded significant improvements in students’ knowledge and behaviour, according to evaluation findings and programme data presented during a session led by the Ministry of Secondary Education in collaboration with the Research and Sustainable Development Institute (RSD Institute).

    The review assessed implementation and early impact of the initiative aimed at integrating nutrition education into secondary schools to promote healthier diets and regular physical activity among adolescents. The Minister of Secondary Education, Prof. Nalova Lyonga, called for the expansion of healthy school canteens, student cash wallet systems, and school gardens to strengthen nutrition outcomes nationwide.

    Evaluation findings presented show a 56% increase in overall nutrition knowledge among students, alongside improved practical skills such as reading food labels, identifying misleading nutrition information, and discussing healthy eating at home.
    Programme data presented indicate that the initiative has reached over 1.1 million adolescents, trained thousands of school staff and food vendors, sensitised hundreds of thousands of parents and 2,828 schools touched nationwide.

    School administrators also shared field feedback, including the principal of GBHS Foumbot, who noted that nutrition and healthy living messages are regularly integrated into school gatherings.

    Participants at the evaluation session underscored the importance of continued coordination and further strengthening of implementation as the programme progresses.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Cameroon: « We Ring the Bell » 2026 Campaign Launched to Promote Inclusive Education

    Cameroon: « We Ring the Bell » 2026 Campaign Launched to Promote Inclusive Education

    Cameroon has officially launched the 2026 “We Ring the Bell” campaign in Yaoundé, stepping up efforts to expand access to education for children with disabilities. Launched on May 29 at the Yaoundé IV Council under the theme “Leaving No Child with Disabilities Behind: Financing Inclusive Education in Cameroon,” the event brought together government officials, development partners and civil society actors.

    The Minister of Social Affairs, Pauline Irène Nguene, reaffirmed government commitment to inclusive education, stressing ongoing reforms and the need to fight stigma and discrimination while promoting collective responsibility in supporting learners with disabilities.

    She noted that the global campaign, backed by the Liliane Foundation, has mobilised stakeholders in over 100 countries in support of Sustainable Development Goal 4, with Cameroon continuing efforts to improve access and learning conditions for children with special needs.

    The Secretary of State at the Ministry of Basic Education, Asheri Kilo Vivian, highlighted that the 2024 inclusive education policy aligns with the National Development Strategy 2020–2030 and targets at least 25% access to quality inclusive education for persons with special needs by 2028.

    Despite these commitments, some parents say financial challenges such as transport and school support services remain barriers, calling for stronger assistance to ensure full participation of children with disabilities in education.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Fire Outbreak: Shops Reduced to Ashes in Kondengui Neighbourhood

    Fire Outbreak: Shops Reduced to Ashes in Kondengui Neighbourhood

    A fire outbreak reported at about 5 a.m. this Wednesday May 27, 2026 ravaged a supermarket in the Mobile Kondengui neighbourhood in Yaoundé.

    The National Fire Fighters Brigade swiftly responded and is battling to salvage the situation.

    The fire is suspected to have been caused by an electrical fault, led to a gas explosion, which made it to spread quickly. Investigations are ongoing.

  • Baccalaureate 2026: Candidates Begin Written Phase Nationwide

    Baccalaureate 2026: Candidates Begin Written Phase Nationwide

    Thousands of candidates across Cameroon this Monday May 25, 2026 began the written phase of the Baccalaureate 2026 examinations organised by the Office du Baccalauréat du Cameroun (OBC), with series A, ABI, C, D, E, SH and TI sitting for papers that will run until May 30.

    At examination centres nationwide, candidates were subjected to strict security checks as supervision was intensified to curb malpractice and ensure discipline. The session opened smoothly at 8 a.m. with Literature for series A4 Espagnol, A4 Chinois and Série C, as centres maintained a calm and orderly atmosphere.

    Meanwhile, the Minister of Secondary Education, Prof. Nalova Lyonga, inspected several centres in Yaoundé, including Lycée de Biyem-Assi, Lycée Général Leclerc, and Lycée d’Élig-Essono, to assess compliance with examination standards.
    During the tour, she urged candidates to remain focused and avoid distractions, especially from social media, while stressing strict respect of examination regulations, including proper seating arrangements and supervision protocols.

    The Minister expressed satisfaction with the overall organisation, noting that the Office du Baccalauréat du Cameroun was effectively enforcing the rules as the examination process continues nationwide.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • Education: UNESCO Donates ICT Equipment to Teachers’ Training Colleges

    Education: UNESCO Donates ICT Equipment to Teachers’ Training Colleges

    Teachers’ Training Colleges in Cameroon have been equipped with ICT equipment donated by UNESCO.

    The equipment was officially handed over to the Ministry of Secondary Education on May 22, 2026 at the Distance Learning Centre in Yaoundé.

    It is part of a project funded by the Government of Japan, and executed by the UNESCO International Institute for Capacity Building in Africa(IICBA).

    The equipment comprises 48 desktop computers, nine laptops, eight LCD projectors, eight smart boards, eight multifunctional printers, eight backup hard drives, eight PC servers with central hubs, and two solar backup systems destined for Teachers’ Training Colleges across the country.

    According to the Minister of Secondary Education, Prof. Nalova Lyonga, the equipment will be distributed to institutions in Buea, Bamenda, Garoua, Yagoua, Edea, Bertoua, Ebolowa and Bafoussam.

    She says the equipment will strengthen teacher-training, and improve inclusive access to quality education, which aligns with government efforts to reinforce the digital transformation of the education sector.

    Senior Programme Coordinator at UNESCO-IICBA, Sall Saliou, explained that the programme also focuses on building teachers’ capacities in the use of ICTs and creating safer learning environments in schools.

    Cameroon is among six African countries benefiting from the project alongside Chad, Nigeria, Mali, Burkina Faso and Mauritania.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

  • African Veteran Tennis Champion clashes with Cameroon’s No 3

    African Veteran Tennis Champion clashes with Cameroon’s No 3

    The Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji has called on the President of the Cameroon Football Federation, FECAFOOT, Samuel Eto’o Fils to ensure that youths that play in the National team are talented and enduring.

    He was speaking after taking part in a One-Hour, thirty minutes tennis encounter in Yaounde.

    The importance of sports for health and well-being was highlighted by FECAFOOT President, Samuel Eto’o Fils after watching Minister Paul Atanga Nji play a 123-minute tennis.

    The Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji called on youths to practice sports in order to build their endurance, discipline and sportsmanship.

    He was speaking after a tennis encounter watched by FECAFOOT President Samuel Eto’o Fils and Minister Delegate at the Presidency of the Republic in charge of Relations with Parliaments, Wakata Bolvine who is also a tennis player.

    The clash between the African Tennis Champion in the Veterans category, Minister Paul Atanga Nji against Cameroon’s number three in tennis encounter at the Golgotha Tennis Club in Yaounde was watched by former Cameroonian tennis champions since the 80s who saluted the endurance and performance of the Minister who played the entire match with drinking or taking a break.

    Elvis Teke

  • Pentecost: Faithful Urged to Embrace Peace, Unity and Renewal of Faith

    Pentecost: Faithful Urged to Embrace Peace, Unity and Renewal of Faith

    Catholic faithful at the Our Lady of Victory Cathedral in Yaounde celebrated Pentecost Mass commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles this May 24, 2026.

    The celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr André Marie Nko’o Edjimbi, who called on Christians to become messengers of peace, unity and reconciliation.

    Drawing inspiration from the day’s readings on the gift of tongues, the unity of believers through the Holy Spirit and Christ’s mission to His disciples, the priest urged the faithful to pray that God may “send forth His Spirit and renew the face of the earth,” particularly in Cameroon.

    He also encouraged Christians to uphold enduring faith and live as sons and daughters of God.

    Celebrated fifty days after Easter, Pentecost marks the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles gathered in the Upper Room with the Virgin Mary.

    The feast symbolizes the fulfillment of Christ’s promise after His Ascension and the birth of the Church through the power of the Holy Spirit.

    The clergy explained that the celebration also highlighted the role of the Holy Spirit as a source of strength, wisdom and courage for believers. Represented through symbols such as the Consoler, Divine Fire and the Dove, the Holy Spirit remains a sign of God’s living presence bringing peace, renewal and unity among the faithful.

    Egoh Yvonne (Intern)