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Media, Community Spokespersons Strategizing On Strengthening SRHR Advocacy  By Raymond Dingana In the months ahead, the alliance between Common Action for Gender Development (COMAGEND), Media professionals, and Community spokespersons is set to bolster sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) advocacy in selected neighborhoods of Bamenda in a bid to tear down barriers to SRHR in the community. These three advocates have taken it upon themselves to educate communities on sexual health rights, toxic masculinity, and other forms of gender-based violence plaguing today's communities. Participants At The Workshop The decision to form this alliance against societal norms that pose barriers to SRHR services was made during a one-day gathering organized by COMAGEND for media professionals and community spokespersons at the conference room of Bamenda II. The discussion session, facilitated by COMAGEND's Executive Director, Sally Mboumien, addressed critical topics like toxic masculi...

By Raymond Dingana  North West Governor Adolphe Lele Lafrique, State's Representative on the occasion of the North West Regional Assembly (NWRA) June 2024 Ordinary Session has stated that the region is facing an unprecedented level of climate change which has come along with heavy rains and floods. Speaking on day one of the June 15 Ordinary Session on Monday July 22, 2024, Lele Lafrique said concerted efforts are needed to address the situation. "The challenges the region is facing need concerted efforts. Climate Change has come along with heavy rains and floods like the recent cases that affected the neighborhoods of Ntahsen, Mulang, Below Foncha amongst others, were over 33 households were flooded after heavy rains." He also invited the Regional Assembly to address the situation and make available relief supplies to the affected population. Governor Lele enjoined the Assembly to pay particular attention to projects that are resilient to climate change. Governor Lele...

  Dr Isidore Brandishing His Award  By Raymond Dingana  The Gazette Media Group has recognized Dr. Ghnane Isidor's Modern Holistic Herbal Clinic as the best holistic herbal clinic in the North West Region of Cameroon. This accolade was presented during celebrations marking the 8th anniversary of the Gazette newspaper in Bamenda over the past weekend. Dr. Isidor expressed gratitude to the Gazette Media Group for singling out his clinic as the top holistic herbal practice in the region. He noted that this award has reinvigorated his commitment to intensifying research activities aimed at promoting a healthier society. " As a researcher who has been carrying out a lot of of research, and this award is going to instill another level of energy in me so that I can continue carrying out more research in the domain of health," said Dr Isidore. Dr Isidor's Award When asked about the factors that led to his clinic's recognition, Dr. Isidor highlighted one of his signature p...

Mbigha Felix Of Bamenda I With His Award By Raymond Dingana Bamenda I, in the Mezam division of Cameroon's North West Region, is considered a "green zone,"one of the few areas in the crisis-affected region that has largely been spared from the level of security challenges faced by other council areas in the region. Much of this stability can be attributed to the peace-building initiatives of Mbigha Felix, the municipal head of Bamenda I. Mbigha's efforts have not gone unnoticed, and he was recently awarded by the Gazette Media Group for being the 2023 Best and Silent Development Achiever, an honor he dedicated to the people of his municipality. "I was a young mayor who came in, and the actors of this crisis in Bamenda I were young people. I had to explain the importance of development to them, and they saw it coming. They bought the ideas of embracing peace, and today, we are reaping the fruits," Mbigha said. He further expressed that the award is an encour...

L-R Dr Liking Hubert Shalanyuy Of UIP, Dr Shei Claude Nfor Of Shalom University Institute  By Raymond Dingana  In a significant move towards enhancing educational standards, Shalom University Institute in Bamenda and Institute Universitaire De La Pointe (UIP) in Bafoussam have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This partnership aims to provide quality education to the students of Shalom University Institute. The MoU was signed on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at the campus of Shalom University Institute located in Mile One, Bamenda I Sub-Division, North West Region of Cameroon, in the same building as Shalom Clinic, the teaching hospital for health and biomedical sciences of the institution. Proprietor Of Shalom University Institute, Dr Shei Claude Nfor At The Signing According to Dr. the Proprietor of Shalom University Institute, Shei Claude Nfor, this MoU is highly beneficial for his institution and its students. "The Memorandum is opening doors for academic par...

  President Of Ngemba Cultural and Development Association Georgia, Bar Akufor Aneneba  By Raymond Dingana  The Ngemba Cultural and Development Association, based in Georgia, United States, has donated critical medical equipment valued at over 350 million FCFA to health facilities in Mezam Division, North West Region of Cameroon. The equipments were officially handed over at a ceremony held at the former Skyline Hotel premises in Upstation Bamenda on Tuesday July 9th. President Of Ngemba Cultural and Development Association Georgia, Bar Akufor Aneneba Speaking At The Event  During the event, the President of the association, Barrister Akufor Aneneba, emphasized the importance of using the donated equipment judiciously to serve the healthcare needs of the local community.  "The first thing is that it should trickle down to the exact same people that it was intended for because we will be getting a feedback from the Regional Delegate. This will enable us prepare a...

General Manager Of NWCA, Waindim Timothy Ntam By Raymond Dingana  Over the past decade, the North West Cooperative Association (NWCA) has established strategic partnerships and gained global recognition, significantly boosting its operations and market presence. Under the leadership of General Manager Waindim Timothy Ntam, NWCA has forged relationships with international organizations and foreign buyers, positioning itself as a key player in the global coffee industry. Forging Impactful International Partnerships NWCA's affiliation with prominent international organizations has opened doors for capacity-building opportunities and global recognition. The association is a member of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA), International Cooperative Agricultural Organization (ICAO), African Fine Coffee Association, and Consumer Cooperative Worldwide. "These partnerships have provided us with numerous opportunities for training and capacity building, enhancing our operations a...

Mayor Peter Chenwi Dancing With CMF Members  By Raymond Dingana The Mayor of Bamenda II Council, Peter Chenwi, has underscored the importance of leaders seeking divine guidance as they carry out their duties. Speaking during a visit to the Council by members of the Christian Men Fellowship (CMF) Ntamulung, a group he joined since 2006, Mayor Chenwi noted that a leader who leads without God is doomed. "Leadership without God is a failure. As the Bible says, 'unless the Lord builds the house, the laborers toil in vain.' You cannot lead a people without Christ, which is why the CMF members are here today on an evangelism mission to the council," said Mayor Chenwi. He further emphasized the need to change the mindset of the people, moving beyond just discussing politics and insecurity.  "It's high time we started changing the mindset of the people and not only talking about insecurity, because the Holy Spirit can transform us without us knowing. My prayer is tha...