AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGender-based Violence Watch: Cameroon is facing mounting outrage over rising killings of women, with officials citing at least 50 femicide cases between January and April and warning figures may be only “the tip of the iceberg.” Youth & Civil Society Mobilisation: The Cameroon National Youth Council, speaking in Yaoundé, urged stronger community action to protect women and children and prevent violence as part of broader peace consolidation. GBV Prevention Campaign: A “Stop Femicides” roundtable at Sainte-Bernadette Medical Centre called for tighter social media vigilance plus stronger health and legal support for victims. Security in Anglophone Regions: Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute reaffirmed government efforts to restore peace after an attack in Wum left a police commissioner dead and six teachers kidnapped. Digital & Transport Governance: MTN Cameroon and ITGStore won a CFA1.38 billion contract to install Wi‑Fi and network infrastructure at six airports, while Cameroon also eyes IsDB financing for the Douala–Bafoussam road upgrade. International Spotlight: Somali pirates freed the hijacked MV Sward near Puntland after a reported ransom, with the vessel previously used to seize other ships including a Cameroon-flagged cargo vessel.
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