Speaking up is just one part of the solution.
Although advocates for women’s rights in Cameroon encourage rape victims to speak out, socio economic realities on the ground still makes it difficult for victims to seek for justice. Recently, I came face to face with this reality as we tried to help a close friend who had been raped. […]
Vacancy – MONITORING AND EVALUATION/STATISTICIAN FOR THE GLOBAL HEALTH SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS
The Global Health Systems Solutions is currently seeking an outstanding individual to GHSS as Monitoring and Evaluation Officer/Statistician. Requirement: MPH with advanced knowledge in statistics and data analysis. Deadline: 27 March 2014 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Contract Period: 2 years, renewable Salary: Very competitive and negotiable Applicants should […]
Laws On Natural Resources Management Neglect Gender
By Leocadia Bongben Claude Abé, Sociologist at the Catholic University of Central Africa has frowned at the Cameroonian laws for being silent on gender issues in the management of natural resources. Abe was speaking during a scientific debate recently on the importance of equality in the forest and environment […]
International Women’s Day 2014 : INSPIRING CHANGE (Photo gallery)
Women’s equality has made positive gains in Cameroon and the world at large. International Women’s Day celebrates the social, political and economic achievements of women while focusing world attention on areas requiring further action. Photo credits- Comfort Mussa
Job Offer : Project Controller Cameroon
International Mining and Infrastructure Corporation plc (“IMIC”), listed on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange, is seeking to establish an important asset-ownership position in the global mining sector through investment in mining and related infrastructure. IMIC plc, an equal opportunity employer, is recruiting one Project Controller for […]
Priorities for combating violence against women in Cameroon
By Comfort Mussa Yaounde, Cameroon – As part of week long activities to mark IWD 2014, the British High Commission in Yaounde organized a roundtable discussion on the priorities for combating violence against women in Cameroon – chaired by the Chargé D’Affaires, Mrs. Allison Marriott. Speaking on behalf of the Minister […]
Woman eh – Girl power !
By Comfort Mussa Have you ever wondered about what young girls in Cameroon have to say about Violence against Women and girls? I have. I was more than happy when my friend & CEO of Gender Danger, Chi Yvonne Leina told me that this year for IWD commemoration in Cameroon, […]
Gendering Agriculture
Women spearhead efforts to feed the continent By: Nirit Ben-Ari Do land, seeds and crops have a gender? Perhaps they do in sub-Saharan Africa, where women produce up to 80% of foodstuffs for household consumption and sale in local markets, according to a report by the World Bank and the […]
Dark or Fair . Have your say
Much has been said and written about skin color in Africa . The comparison of light versus darker-skinned black people has featured prominently on mainstream media and in social discussions . In most African communities, light skinned women are glorified by the media, preferred in some cultures and demanded by […]
Enter the “Femmes et Filles Fortes 2014 ” song contest
Amateur and professional musicians are invited to enter their songs for “Femmes et Filles Fortes 2014” song contest . The contest is organized by the German Cooperation in Cameroon. The objective of this contest is to create songs to be used by the cooperation after the event “Femmes et Filles […]