Assises du CIDP Cameroun – Yaoundé, 23 septembre 2025
Plus de 50 acteurs clés venus des 10 régions du Cameroun réunis pour donner un nouvel élan au partenariat.
Au programme :
🎬 Projection inédite du documentaire du Conseil
🌍 Zoom sur l’agenda transformationnel Afrique–Europe
💡 Ateliers participatifs pour des solutions concrètes aux défis des jeunesses et sociétés civiles (employabilité jeune , mémoire, migrations, santé, environnement)
💻 Hackaton dédié aux solutions digitales OSC
Et bien d’autres….
Rendez-vous à l’Institut Français du Cameroun – Yaoundé.
Ces Assises ouvrent la voie vers le pré-sommet de Yaoundé (février 2026) et le Sommet de Nairobi avril 2026.
✨ La jeunesse et la société civile au cœur du changement✨.

#CIDPCameroun #jeunesse #AFRIQUEEUROPE #DIALOGUE #Innovation #BATIRLAVENIR

#Opportunities
📢 Applications open for the 2026 Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships

This 12-month programme offers young African leaders the chance to work at AfDB_Group, ECA_OFFICIAL or
ITCnews, contribute to policy, gain mentorship, and join the #NGN .

👉 Apply: https://mo.ibrahim.foundat...

#Opportunities #Career #Ibrahim_Foundation

List of 20+ programs/initiatives for African youth supported by the #EU or in partnership with it:

👉 1. Erasmus+ – Mobility, education, training, sport (includes activities in Africa)
👉2. Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme – Student/staff exchanges between African countries
👉3. Young African Leaders Programme – Leadership and Africa-EU cooperation
👉4. Harmonization of Higher Education Quality & African Continental Qualifications Framework – Continental standards
👉5. Africa–Europe Youth Academy – Leadership, networking, informal/formal exchanges (15 million €)
👉6. Youth Mobility for Africa (Global Gateway flagship) – Includes Erasmus+, Intra-Africa, YALP, etc. for mobility and institutional strengthening
👉 7. Team Europe Initiative – Opportunity-driven Skills and VET in Africa – VET aligned with the labor market (75 million € over 2024–2028)
👉 8. Youth Action Plan (2022–2027) – External strategy (3 pillars: Engage, Empower, Connect)
👉 9. AU–EU Youth Lab (Youth Voices & Action Lab) – Participation, training, funding (targeting 44 countries)
👉 10. Cooperation Grants (AU-EU Youth Lab) – Grants (~50,000 €) for transcontinental youth projects
👉 11. YouthConnekt Africa Summit / AU-EU Youth Lab Programme – Continental summit, exchanges, training, cooperation
👉 12. African Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge (YouthADAPT Challenge) – Climate innovation competition, $100,000 per winner
👉 13. Investing in Young Businesses in Africa (IYBA) – 4 billion € fund for young entrepreneurs and SMEs, with a focus on women
👉 14. MAV+ (Manufacturing and Access to Vaccines, Medicines, and Health Technologies in Africa) – Strengthening pharmaceutical and health capacities (1.9 billion €)
👉 15. Africa–Europe Green Energy Initiative (AEGEI) – Energy transition (20 GW, 100 million people)
👉 16. Global Green Bond Initiative (GGBI) – Mobilizing green finance for low/middle-income countries (Global Gateway)
👉 17. Horizon Europe & Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) – Research, innovation, fellowships for collaboration with Africa
18. Eurodesk / European Youth Portal – Information, opportunities for young people (part of Erasmus+)
19. AIESEC programs (Global Volunteer, Global Talent, Global Teacher) – Volunteering, internships, international leadership (non-EU, but often used in Africa)
👉 20. Global Gateway – specific projects (e.g., agreement) Nigeria) – Support for mobility, R&D, training, health, green and digital skills
👉 21. (Bonus) #AfricaConnect – Internet infrastructure for research and education (mentioned on Reddit, but funded by the EU).

💥 Consult "Union européenne au Cameroun" to know more about EU opportunities for Cameroonian youths

🌱 AgroForest led by Tang Lineker Balla, ZTF University Institute, from the East region turns agricultural challenges into opportunities for youth.
A digital marketplace connecting farmers and buyers, with AI tools to cut post-harvest losses and training programs to empower young people and women in agribusiness.
🎯 Goal: create jobs, boost food security, and make local produce more accessible for all.
🗳️ Vote from September 19–21 (6 PM, GMT+1).

#CIDP #Hackathon #AgroForest #Innovation

Call for Applications: Internship Opportunity at the Mastercard Foundation 📣

The Mastercard Foundation's culture is shaped by people who are driven and passionate about the Foundation's mission. We are offering ambitious young professionals an opportunity to develop their skills as they transition into the professional world of work. Selected candidates will gain meaningful learning and work experience with professional exposure, mentorship, and skills to transition successfully into future employment or entrepreneurship opportunities. Deadline: September 7, 2025

If you have bold ideas, share our passion and values, tap here to learn more about how to apply: https://ow.ly/eqMl50WRpHc

🌟 Talent is Everywhere, But Opportunities Are Not 🌍
At just 16 years old, Lamine Yamal is amazing people worldwide with his skills!

⚽🎉 the youngest scorer in Euro's history, has both parents from Africa. His mother is from Equatorial Guinea 🇬🇶 and his father is from #morocco . He was eligible to represent both countries, he wears all three flags on his boots. But many kids his age in #africa don’t get the same chance to show what they can do. 😔
In Africa, there aren’t as many chances for kids to grow their talents. There aren’t enough good schools, sports programs, or places where they can learn and practice. Because of this, many talented kids don’t get noticed, and their dreams are put on hold. By the time they get some chances, they’re already much older. ⌛
This shows a sad reality: where you’re born can affect your future. Even though talent is everywhere, opportunities are not. For every #LamineYamal , there are many other talented kids whose abilities stay hidden because they don’t have the right opportunities. 😢
We must change this by creating more chances for young people everywhere to show and develop their skills. This means investing in better education, sports, arts, and other activities. 🎓🏅🎨 By doing this, we can ensure that talented kids everywhere get a chance to shine, no matter where they live. 🌟✨
Do you think if he were in Africa, he would have had the same chances? Look at all the talented players that had to leave Africa before making it...

🟢 Meet #Elizabeth_Burns , Chief Financial Officer at Gaz du Cameroun, featured as one of the cover stars of #FabAfriq Magazine’s Legacy Edition. Elizabeth Burns is a visionary leader who has left an indelible mark on the business world through her unwavering courage, humility, and spirit of adventure. With over three decades of experience, Elizabeth's journey epitomises the power of seizing opportunities and overcoming challenges with grace and determination. 💪

As the Chief Financial Officer of Gaz du Cameroun, Elizabeth stands as a beacon of inspiration for women in business. Her ascent through the ranks from Regional Financial Manager at Siemens Ltd. to Financial Director roles in Africa's mining sector reflects her unparalleled work ethic and tenacity.

Elizabeth's passion for the oil and gas sector is palpable, rooted in a lifelong dream that has propelled her to embrace each day's challenges with gratitude and resilience. Her diverse experiences, from leading financial strategies in multinational corporations to pursuing an Executive MBA at Henley Business School, have honed her into a dynamic and visionary leader.

Beyond her professional achievements, Elizabeth's commitment to empowering others is unparalleled. Through mentorship and advocacy, she champions diversity and inclusion, reshaping traditional norms and paving the way for future generations of leaders.

Elizabeth Burns is more than a CFO, as a catalyst for positive change, her journey exemplifies the transformative power of courage, humility, and adventure, inspiring others to follow in her footsteps and make their mark on the world.

🔴 Read more about her insights by ordering a copy of The Legacy Edition through editorfabafriq.com
Elizabeth Susan Burns

Y'ello!
RDV ce 30 Mai dès 08H30 pour une YaMo Class autour du thème "Analyser son environnement pour réussir en entreprenariat, opportunités, risques, stratégies"

L'évènement se tiendra à la salle de conférence Le Boukarou.
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Save the date for May 30th starting at 08:30 AM for a YaMo Class on the theme "Analyzing your environment to succeed in entrepreneurship, opportunities, risks, strategies."

The event will take place at the Le Boukarou conference room.

#YelloGaroua2024
#MTNJU204
#YaMoYaLife
#YaMoTaLife

100 Girls in Ngaoundéré Get Empowered by MTN Foundation!
As part of the International Girls in ICT Day, MTNC Foundation has trained 100 girls in Ngaoundéré on using mobile phones to generate income. 😊
The graduation ceremony at the Lamido's Palace brought together the Lamido himself, the Regional Delegate of #MinposTel , MTN Foundation’s Board Chairman and MTN Cameroon CEO, Mitwa Ng'ambi.
This initiative is especially impactful in Ngaoundéré, where opportunities for young girls can be limited. By equipping them with digital skills, MTN Foundation is opening doors to financial independence and a brighter future.

#DoingGoodTogether #MTNFoundation #MtnCameroon

Cameroon-European Union: Time for Great Opportunities
The Minister of the Economy, Planning and Regional Development, Alamine Ousmane Mey and the Hors Classe Adviser at the Directorate General for International Partnerships at the European Union, Ben Henrik Hololei, who was leading a European Union Delegation, discussed about the opportunities to seize during the Cameroon-European Union Business Week, amongst others. It was during an audience at MINEPAT this Monday, February 19, 2024, in Yaounde.
After the Closed door audience, the head of the European Union delegation Ben Henrik Hololei, explained to the Media that it was an opportunity for them to discuss with the Minister of the Economy, on several aspects of the Cameroon-European Union cooperation. One of them being the Cameroon-European Union Business Week scheduled from February 20 to 22 2024, which is projecting to bring together about 150 Economic companies. He added that this will be a good occasion to have more investments and more partnerships.
The Head of the European Union Delegation also explained that they remarked to the Minister that Cameroon is not only an important partner to the EU but is equally a country that is radiating the stability and peace in this region. He greatly appreciated the efforts undertaken by government and also the Minister personally to enhance this.
Mr. Ben Henrik Hololei also said they looked at the many projects of the Cameroon-European Union; in the areas of transport, energy and digital amongst others, mentioning that they are good for the development of the country. He talked of creating jobs and creating opportunities, particularly focusing on younger people, because every year about 400,000 young people enter the labour market and if there be opportunities for them the more successful the country will be.

#Minepat Cameroun

🇫🇷 Laissez-nous vous présenter M Jacques Bonjawo, scientifique et entrepreneur camerounais, promoteur du technopole OIC. Il est l'un des pionniers de la télémédecine et du télé-enseignement en Afrique.
🚩Une icône à découvrir ce 12 Avril lors de l'#ED2024. Rejoignez-nous afin d'explorer les opportunités, d'échanger et partager des idées🌍.

Inscrivez-vous ici 🔗🔎https://bit.ly/EmpoweringD...
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🇬🇧 Let us introduce you to Mr Jacques Bonjawo, a Cameroonian scientist and entrepreneur, and promoter of the OIC technopole. He is one of the pioneers of telemedicine and distance learning in Africa.
🚩 An icon to be discovered this 12 April during #ED2024 . Join us to explore opportunities, exchange and share ideas🌍.

Register here 🔗🔎https://bit.ly/EmpoweringD...

#RAF #Empowerment #Diaspora #MakeAfricaGreat #ProfessionalSuccess #EmpoweringDiaspora #MakeAfricaProud #RAF2024

Cornelius R. Coffey was an African-American inventor and engineer. He was born on August 5, 1913, in Tullahassee, Oklahoma, and passed away on December 26, 1994. #Coffey is best known for his contributions to the field of aviation. In the 1930s, he became one of the first African-American aircraft mechanics in the United States. He worked as a mechanic and flight instructor, breaking racial barriers in the aviation industry at a time when segregation was prevalent.

Coffey’s most significant invention was the “Coffeyville Glide,” an aviation instrument that helped pilots make more accurate landings. The device, patented in 1958, provided pilots with important information about the aircraft’s position and descent rate during landing, improving safety and precision. His invention was particularly valuable for pilots operating in poor weather conditions or unfamiliar landing fields.

Aside from his inventions, Coffey was involved in promoting aviation education and opportunities for African Americans. He co-founded the Coffey School of Aeronautics in Chicago in the 1940s. The school provided aviation training to African-American students who faced discrimination in other institutions. Coffey also played a role in training Tuskegee Airmen, the first African-American military aviators in the United States.

#Cornelius R. Coffey’s contributions to aviation and his efforts to break down racial barriers have had a lasting impact. His inventions and dedication to promoting aviation opportunities for African Americans paved the way for future generations of minority pilots and engineers.

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