International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM
Blade in hand, lady down, older women surround her, she must be circumcised to prove her womanhood as some traditions demand. February 6th marks the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a day to raise awareness and reiterate our commitment to ending this harmful practice. In […]
International Day of the Girl Child: CCSS Girls Inspired to Dream
By Ayuk Rennet ‘Their visions for the future start now…” These words from Keyaka Edward, Principal of Christian Comprehensive Secondary School (CCSS) in Nkolmbong, Yaoundé, Cameroon, resonated during Sisterspeak237’s visit to the school to celebrate the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child. In recognition of Sisterspeak237’s initiatives on the […]
Let’s Talk About Menstrual Hygiene!
By Nange Mbehni I recently stumbled upon some eye-opening statistics from the World Health Organization that left me utterly shocked, and I just had to share! Did you know that over 300 million women around the world are menstruating on any given day? Even more staggering is that about 500 […]
Sex Education Necessary To Curb Unsafe Abortions
Did you know that hospitals in Cameroon receive at least 3-4 cases daily of complications arising from unsafe abortions? This alarming statistic was shared by Dr. Eko Filbert, Director of the Buea Regional Hospital and 2nd Vice President of SOGOC, in a mini-documentary produced by SOGOC as part of the […]
Back to School: Who Is Most Likely to Be Left Behind?
By Comfort Mussa, Coordinator Sisterspeak237 As we make our way in to the second month since schools reopened, and students across Cameroon settle into another academic year, there is still a palpable sense of excitement in the air. New backpacks, fresh notebooks, and the thrill of seeing friends again make […]
Women Supporting Women to Close Breastfeeding Gap
Cameroonian female doctors,Public Health Nutritionist,Dr Akwen Ndi and International Breastfeeding and Lactation Consultant, Dr Solange Ngo Bama have brought their expertise together through a breastfeeding virtual support group, Precious Lactation, to support nursing mothers through their breastfeeding journey. This report spotlights the functioning of the group, Precious Lactation and the […]
LES SOINS POST-AVORTEMENT, ESSENTIELS POUR RÉDUIRE LA MORTALITÉ MATERNELLE
Le 28 septembre de chaque année est célébrée dans le monde entier la Journée internationale de l’avortement médicalisé. Dans le cadre de notre travail avec la Société des gynécologues et obstétriciens du Cameroun (SOGOC) au sein du projet Advocacy for Comprehensive Abortion Care (ACAC), notre reporter santé, Ayuk Rennet, a […]
Screams Before Silence – Sexual Violence in Conflict
In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, celebrated every June 19, Sisterspeak237 was honored to participate in the screening of the documentary film “Screams Before Silence” in 2024. The event was hosted by Mrs. Smadar Kalmar, spouse to the Israeli ambassador to Cameroon. […]
EXCEL 2.0 – Virtual Internship Program To Elevate Your Journalism Career
Sisterspeak237 is organizing a 2-month virtual internship program for Journalism graduates, starters, or anyone who wants to elevate his/her journalism career.
This program promises to give participants hands-on experience in online journalism with local and international media organizations.
Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians in Cameroon Reaffirms Commitment to Livingstone Safe Abortion Care Charter in Africa
The Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians in Cameroon reaffirms its commitment to the Livingstone Safe Abortion Care Charter, aiming to combat maternal mortality and morbidity caused by unsafe abortions, which remain a significant concern in Cameroon. This initiative focuses on critical areas including enhancing sexual and reproductive health education, advancing access to safe and legal abortion services, and promoting contraception use. With a strong emphasis on decriminalizing abortion and strengthening healthcare provider training, the charter seeks to safeguard women's reproductive rights and well-being across Africa. This move represents a pivotal step towards reducing unsafe abortions and underscores the importance of collaboration and data-driven approaches in improving maternal health outcomes