By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education (MINJEC) and Local Youth Corner Cameroon (LOYOC) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at fostering the socio-economic integration of young people and enhancing civic education.
The agreement was formalized during the launch of the Youth, Peace, and Security National Action Plan 2025–2030 that took place on September 22 in Yaounde. Minister Mounouna Foutsou represented MINJEC, while Achaleke Christian Leke signed on behalf of LOYOC.
The launching ceremony took place as Cameroon joined the international community to celebrate the 44th edition of the International Day of Peace. This year’s theme is “Act Now for a Peaceful World.”
The collaboration focuses on key areas, including moral and entrepreneurial development, technical capacity building in leadership and citizenship, and the promotion of community volunteering.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is expected to have a significant impact by equipping youth with essential skills and knowledge, thereby enhancing their participation in civic activities and decision-making processes.
Additionally, the partnership addresses pressing challenges such as violent extremism and social exclusion, promoting a more inclusive and resilient society.
Through coordinated efforts, both parties will leverage their resources to implement sustainable solutions that nurture responsible, dynamic, and engaged youth, ultimately contributing to national development goals and fostering a culture of peace and security across Cameroon.
By engaging young people aged 15 to 35, particularly those registered with the National Youth Observatory, the partnership seeks to empower youth as active agents of change and catalysts for peace in their communities.
