Yaoundé: Government Reaffirms Commitment to Family Protection Ahead of International Family Day
Protecting families and strengthening child welfare is amongst the priorities of the Government of Cameroon as indicated by the Minister of Women Empowerment and the Family during an event in prelude to the 32nd International Day of Families celebrated on May 15, 2026. During the “Grand National Banquet for Families” held on May 9 in […]
During the “Grand National Banquet for Families” held on May 9 in Yaoundé, Minister Marie-Thérèse Abena Ondoa, stressed the need for stronger family protection systems in response to growing social and economic challenges affecting children and vulnerable households.
The Minister highlighted that this year’s international theme, “Families, Inequalities and Child Well-being,” reflects challenges limiting children’s access to education, health care and protection services.
She reaffirmed government commitment, under the leadership of President Paul Biya, to strengthening social protection, family welfare and child protection policies.
Organised by Tyrannus Institute in collaboration with the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF), the event gathered public authorities, families and guests under the theme “Cameroon: A Family-Nation.”
The organisers planned a large-scale gathering with provisions made for more than 6,500 guests and 45 buffet stations. The event also featured the civil registration of twenty-one couples facilitated by the Yaoundé V Council.
The event also promoted legal marriage, family unity and social cohesion ahead of the International Day of Families.
Egoh Yvonne (Intern)