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Access To Justice: PEARL Foundation Closing the Gap for Grassroots Women with Maputo Protocol

PEARL Foundation, a Bamenda based non-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons on Wednesday 17 April 2024 organized a one-day training workshop aimed at addressing the critical need of enhancing access to justice for grassroots women grappling with issues of gender-based violence and rights violations. Participants at the Pearl Workshop  Led by the Executive Director of PEARL Foundation, Nsono Josephine, the workshop focused not only to educate grassroots women but also to foster a network involving legal experts. The focus was on raising awareness about the MAPUTO Protocol, a crucial document offering protection to women, particularly in vulnerable settings ratified by Cameroon close to two decades a ago. Nsono Josephine spearheaded the session on Understanding the Maputo Protocol, delving into its pivotal articles concerning protection against violence, safeguarding women in armed conflicts, and aiding women in distress.  T
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CJTU NW/CAMGEW Launches Environmental Protection Award to mark World Press Freedom Day 2024

In a bid to honor the pivotal role of journalism in addressing environmental challenges, the Cameroon Journalists' Trade Union (CJTU) North West Chapter, under the leadership of President Nji Ignatius, has announced the launch of the Environmental Protection Awards. This initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Bamenda-based non-profit organization Cameroon Gender and Environment Watch (CAMGEW), is set to mark World Press Freedom Day 2024. Aligned with this year's theme, "A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis," the Environmental Protection Awards aim to commend journalists and media professionals who have showcased exemplary dedication to raising awareness about environmental issues and advocating for environmental conservation through their journalistic endeavors. Aside from the honor of recognition, winners of the Environmental Protection Awards will receive cash prizes and essential gadgets tailore
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Bamenda City Council's Four-Year Report: Political Implications Amidst PIC Report unveiling Governance Concerns

As the political landscape heats up in Bamenda with the approaching 2025 elections, the Bamenda City Council has released its much-anticipated four-year balance sheet. However, this unveiling comes amidst heightened scrutiny following the publication of a report by the Public Independence Conciliator (PIC), which highlighted governance issues within the council. Headed by Tamfu Simon Fai, the PIC's report for 2023 shed light on governance challenges faced by the Bamenda City Council, raising questions about transparency and accountability in its operations. This backdrop adds a layer of significance to the release of the council's balance sheet, as stakeholders evaluate the performance of Mayor Paul Achombong's administration. PIC Tamfu Simon Fai presenting Report  Mayor Achombong wasted no time in addressing the public via a recent press conference, seizing the opportunity to highlight the council's achievements during his tenure. One of the key
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Promoting Organic Agriculture: A Sustainable Solution for Agricultural Resilience

In  move towards sustainable agriculture, Hon. Agho Oliver, the Member of Parliament for Bafut-Tubah Constituency, has taken a bold step to advocate for organic farming practices. His recent call to action, delivered while distributing farm inputs to representatives of 66 farmers groups in his constituency, highlights the importance and necessity of embracing organic agriculture in today's agricultural landscape. Picture of an organic home garden owned by the Special Needs Entrepreneurship Group (SNEG) Bamenda  Organic agriculture, as espoused by Hon. Oliver, represents more than just a farming method; it embodies a commitment to environmental stewardship and long-term sustainability. Despite acknowledging the higher costs associated with organic farming, Hon. Oliver emphasized its unparalleled environmental friendliness in the face of mounting challenges such as climate change and other international issues. The MP's advocacy for organic farming is rooted in the re
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CJTU West Launches World Press Freedom Day Activities in Dschang

The West regional chapter of Cameroon Journalists' Trade Union (CJTU) on Thursday 11 April 2024 embarked on a significant visit to Dschang. Their mission was twofold: to officially kickstart activities related to the 31st edition of World Press Freedom Day in the West region and to introduce Corine Kamessong, the CJTU focal point for Menoua, to administrative, judicial, and municipal authorities. The delegation made stops at various administrative institutions, including the Divisional Officer, sub-divisional officer, Menoua gendarmerie company cammand, Dschang municipal council, as well as the presidents of the Courts of First Instance and High Court of Menoua, and the public Prosecutor's office.  At each level, the CJTU West Regional president introduced bureau members and the new focal point, elucidating the Union's missions to the officials. Each official received documents relating to the elective General Assembly of April 7, 2022, held in the conference ha
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CJTU NW 2024 Press Awards to Honor Excellence, Remember Fallen Colleagues

The Cameroon Journalists' Trade Union (CJTU) Northwest Chapter has announced the commencement of the 2024 Press Awards, dedicated to celebrating the outstanding work of journalists in the North West Region.  This year's awards carry special significance as they also pay homage to six departed colleagues: Peterkins Manyong, Eric Motumo, Michel Ndi, Anye Nde Soh, Rebecca Njeme, and Fawa Agatha. In an uncommon gesture, CJTU has established six categories named after these  journalists, each reflecting their unique contributions to the field of journalism in the region. The categories and their corresponding domains are as follows: 1. CJTU/Peterkins Manyong Memorial Award: Political Reporting 2. CJTU/Anye Ndeh Soh Memorial Award: Sports Reporting 3. CJTU/Michel Ndi Memorial Award: Human Interest Reporting 4. CJTU/Eric Motumo Memorial Award: Critical Writing 5. CJTU/Rebecca Njeme Memorial Award: Gender Reporting 6. CJTU/Fawa Agatha Memorial Award: Women's Issues Repo
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