Cameroon – Dschang: Citizens Urged To Be Involved In Peace Building Process
Participants at at the end of the public talk on proposing solutions to the numerous problems in Cameroon Citizens in Cameroon has been urged to be involved in the peace building exercise and should also learn to be proactive as a means to bringing peace in the country. According to participants, the government cannot do everything on its own. These amongst others were some solutions proposed by participants during a public dialogue which took place September 12, 2019, at Mbouoh Star Palace Hotel in Dschang under the theme “The quest for citizen participation in promoting peace in Cameroon.” The event [...]
Nkafu Debates: Experts agree to disagree on whether Cameroon benefits from ACFTA
The second edition of the Nkafu debate has been held with experts disagreeing to agree on whether Cameroon will benefit from the recently ratified African Continental Free Trade Area, ACFTA. The Nkafu Debates which took place August 29, 2019, at Mansel Hotel in Yaounde was on the theme, Will Cameroon benefit from the Africa Continental Free Trade Area? The event was in line with the vision and mission of the Nkafu Policy Institute-a think tank at the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation, which works to catalyze the economic transformation of African countries by focusing on social entrepreneurship, science and [...]
Experts predict huge benefits for Cameroon after joining free trade zone
Since the free trade zone went operational, debate has been rife on how this initiative will benefit Africa as a whole especially countries on the continent that are less resilient. One of such public debates was organised in Yaounde yesterday by the Nkafu Policy Institute to examine the benefits of the free trade zone to Cameroon’s economy as well as its shortcomings. Dr. Okah Francoise, economist and researcher at the University of Yaounde II, backed Cameroon’s decision to ratify the free trade zone as she believes it comes at the right time. To her, the free trade zone will [...]
2019 Africa Liberty Forum Hosted By ATLAS Network in Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya Hosted by ATLAS Network and Co-hosted by the African Students for Liberty, the Africa Liberty Forum took place in Nairobi, Kenya from the 22nd -23rd August 2019 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. This annual conference brought together an inspiring group of civil society leaders and amazing freedom champions who are committed to building inclusive prosperity on the African continent. These groups were invited to exchange ideas, share strategies and discuss the best ways to realize the vision of ATLAS where all people can thrive in a market economy under limited government and the rule of law. As [...]
Youths recommend concerted efforts to tackle Cameroon’s security challenges
A group of youths have called on the community to close ranks together in order to assist in the fight against insecurity In the country. Meeting in Douala today during an event organised by the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation to encourage community engagement for peace building, youths drawn from across the country examined the various security challenges faced by the country and how they can be solved. Despite concerted efforts to fight the Boko Haram insurgency in the Far North region, attacks from the terrorist group in recent months have killed at least twenty persons, injured several others and [...]
Citizen’s Solution In Ending Crisis In Cameroon: Dialogue, Reinforcement Of Education, Protection Of Borders
In order for the crisis in Cameroon to be solved, various tenets have been identified such as the implementation of dialogue, reinforcement of education and the protection of the borders. Participants were speaking during the event on community involvement in promoting peace in Cameroon on August 8, 2019, at the DK Hotel, Douala, Littoral Region of Cameroon. The event was in line with the mission of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation, through the Nkafu policy institute, a think tank, to catalyze the economic transformation of African countries by focusing on social entrepreneur, science and technology, health, and the [...]
Community Involvement In Promoting Peace in Cameroon – Douala
The first conflict tackled by participants is the Boko Haram Crisis in the far North region of #Cameroon. Amongst other things suggested by participants is that the creation of vigilante groups should be encouraged and the local councils in this area be supported. On the Anglophone Crisis, participants amongst others discuss on the need for a dialogue that involves all parties, the need to combat hate speech, and the need investment in regions in conflicts. The Refugee Crisis in the East is amongst the many conflicts plaguing #Cameroon. Participants in discussions today have come up with solutions in the economic, social [...]
Switzerland Says It Is Mediating Talks as Cameroon’s Separatist Crisis Deepens
YAOUNDE - Switzerland has officially said it is helping the government of Cameroon negotiate with rebels to end the separatist crisis that has killed more than 2,000 people in Cameroon. The Swiss ambassador to Cameroon, Pietro Lazzeri, spoke in Yaounde about attempting reconciliation after more than 20 people were killed within two days of fighting in the crisis-stricken regions. Pietro Lazzeri, Switzerland's ambassador to Cameroon, says his country is mediating the political crisis that has plagued Cameroon’s English-speaking northwest and southwest regions since 2016. He says the negotiations are being guided by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs. [...]
Cardinal Tumi receives Nelson Mandela Award
Archbishop Emeritus of Douala, Christian Cardinal Tumi has been awarded this year’s edition of the Nelson Mandela Memorial prize for his role in promoting peace and human rights in Cameroon. He saw off competition from Achaleke Christian and Edith Kah Walla to grab the award organised every year by the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation to celebrate the life of Nelson Mandela and his fight for justice in the society. Receiving the award on behalf of Cardinal Tumi, Father Michael Tchoumbou thanked all those who voted for the prelate and said it is a call for all Cameroonians to join [...]
CRTV Report 2019: Nelson Mandela Memorial Forum
CRTV's Report of the 2019 Nelson Mandela Memorial Forum organized by Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation.
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