Auteur/autrice : elvisteke

Twenty-one couples formalised their unions on May 9, 2026, in Yaoundé during the “Grand National Banquet for Families,” held in prelude to the International Day of Families on May 15 under the theme “Cameroon, One Family, One Nation.”

The ceremony brought together families, guests and public authorities in a large-scale celebration promoting marriage, family values and social cohesion. The event was organised by Institut Tyrannus in partnership with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF).

General Supervisor Emmanuel Juste Lingom said the initiative was driven by the challenges many couples face in organising traditional weddings, particularly financial constraints linked to hosting guests. He explained that the concept integrates marriage celebrations into a wider family gathering, allowing couples in informal unions to legalise their status while celebrating with relatives.

He added that the initiative also aims to elevate the family as a central value in society, noting that achievements such as education and professional success are often prioritised over family life, despite its foundational role.

Mme Mfondi Rachel, Director of Institut Tyrannus, stressed that marriage preparation sessions were included to reinforce communication, commitment and stability within couples, equipping participants with practical tools for long-term family life.

The celebration ended in a festive atmosphere marked by communal participation and a renewed emphasis on unity and responsible family living.

Egoh Yvonne (Intern)

The pioneer executive bureau of the state-owned Cameroon Electricity Company, SOCADEL have been installed into their functions.

The team comprised of the Board Chair, Antoine Ntsimi, Director General Oumarou Hamandjoda and the Deputy Director General, Jean Basile Ekobena, were commissioned by the Minister of Water and Energy, Gaston Eloundou Essomba during the board meeting of the new structure.

Their appointments were announced on May 5, 2026 as one of the major resolutions of the meeting of the board of directors of the Energy Company. The meeting was attended by actors in the sector and partners in the supply and distribution chain.

The Minister called for stricter action against fraud and urged the new leadership to strengthen reform efforts to resolve the dwindling supply and persistent challenges facing the energy sector including financial imbalance and declining service quality.

The Water and Energy boss, Gaston Eloundou Essomba insisted that energy is one of the main factors behind the development of every growing economy and therefore should be addressed with a comprehensive strategy that will enable growth and sustainable economic prosperity.

To the new leadership, he urged them to be steadfast and get ahead in their respective areas of functioning.

In his remarks, the new boss at the SOCADEL, Oumarou Hamandjoda expressed gratitude to the Head of State for his appointment and called for collective commitment toward the company’s success.

Oumarou Hamandjoda brings to the table a two-decade experience in the energy sector; he previously served as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Energy of Cameroon (Eneo), overseeing operations nationwide, and holds executive trainings from Harvard Business School.

He will be assisted in his new position by Jean Basile Ekobena, a seasoned professional in energy management and administration, with a track record in coordinating strategic operations within the sector.

Egoh Yvonne (Intern)