Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Journal du Cameroun
Published on 2024-02-27 16:11:08
The Minister of Women’s Empowerment and the Family, Marie Thérèse Abena Ondoa, presided over the launch ceremony on February 27th in Akono.
The 39th edition of International Women’s Rights Day will take place on March 8th. In Cameroon, the Minister of Women’s Empowerment and the Family launched the activities today in Akono in the Mefou and Akono department, Center region. During the upcoming week, women will deploy across the country to engage in activities reflecting on the improvement of women’s conditions. This reflection will be accompanied by fun and recreational activities.
The theme chosen for this 39th edition is “Investing in Women: Accelerating the Pace.” This theme highlights the importance of investing in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment. These investment operations include financial support, contributions in political, educational, economic aspects, and the protection of rights in general. The 2024 edition is celebrated at a time when the government is intensifying its fight against violence against women.
By launching the activities in Akono, Minister Marie Thérèse Abena Ondoa urged women to use their voices more to make themselves heard and seize the opportunities available to them.
Read the original article(French) on Journal du Cameroun
