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Commemorating the international day of world’s indigenous people, on the 9th August under the theme ‘protecting the rights of indigenous people in voluntary isolation and initial contact.’ CAEPA together with the mbororo women of Sabga performed several activities being; sensitization on climate change, environmental protection and land ownership, display of the mbororo traditional utensils, traditional behavior of younger women towards elderly women in the days of old and nowadays, drama and traditional dance. CAEPA staff acknowledged some of their aged old practices which aligns with environmental conservation such as preservation of medicinal trees, protection of water catchment areas and encouraged the population to continually engage in these efforts which promotes biodiversity.
A total of 1080 mbororo women and girls were present for the celebration of this day comprising of 418 of age range 18-35, 335 of range 36-50 and 327 above 50 years.
At the end of the celebration, madame Salamatou who is the president of mbororo women in Sabga community applauded the idea of such a celebration stating that it reminds them of their unique culture and equally assist in transmitting the culture to younger generation. She said ‘I am a middle aged women, I have learned a lot today from my mothers about our culture and I have equally taught my children some of our cultures which will help in preserving and transmitting our unique culture across generations.

CAEPA celebrate international day for indeginous people in Sabga

The project aims to address several critical issues and problems that the indigenous peoples' community in the Tubah subdivision of Cameroon face. One of the most significant issues is the reduction in grazing land and overgrazing. A majority of the rearers in the area rely on traditional cattle grazing methods, which have led to overgrazing and pasture degradation. The increasing cattle population without a corresponding increase in grazing land has resulted in the over-concentration of cattle over the reduced grassland, further accelerated by climate change and other anthropogenic factors. The overgrazing has led to the degradation of pasture lands and other resources such as water, resulting in conflicts between pastoralists and agriculturalists due to the reduction in surface land and infertility of the soil. Another critical issue is the degradation of pastures and shrinking water courses. The growth of pasture on the dry and hilly slopes is conditioned by the onset and duration of the rainy season. However, the sporadic and unreliable rainfall pattern, with increasing frequency of dry spells, has negatively affected the growth of pasture. The quantity and quality of pastures have been reducing over the years, forcing herders to move over long distances in search of fresh pasture or go on transhumance. The consequences of this have been the drying up of pasture lands and a reduction in grazing zones, limiting the coping options of the Mbororo pastoralists. Encroachment into the Tubah Upland Forest, grazing zones and farmer-herder conflicts are another critical issue faced by the indigenous peoples' community. The expansion of farms into the Tubah mountain slopes and grazing lands by the fast-growing native population and the desire to increase food production has resulted in agropastoral conflicts. Cattle in search of pasture and water get into farms and destroy crops, resulting in violent reactions from farmers in some cases. The agropastoral code is not respected in the area, which is gradually becoming a mixed farming zone. Finally, limited access to land and natural resources by Mbororo women is a significant issue that the project aims to address. Indigenous women are the backbone of food production in their communities, making access to land crucial as a significant source of wealth and power for them.

CAEPA Organises Tubah Sub Divisional Dialogue for Mbororo women's involvement in decision-making.

Tenure security provides incentives for sustainable land uses practices, long-term investment, and positively affects rural livelihoods strategies and poverty reduction. However, tenure insecurity is globally a critical issue for most of the poorest. CAEPA work has analyse the evolution of the land tenure system in Cameroon from precolonial era to nowadays and discusses the implications on tenure security and rural livelihoods. Outcomes reveal that since the colonial era, though widely used by communities, the customary rights over land have not been recognized and protected; the State owns all lands while all users are tenants; land titles are the only legal means to claim land ownership; only few land titles have been delivered; the procedure for obtaining a land title is often unknown, gender neutral and excludes the poorest; and land titles are not trusted and do not always provide tenure security. Besides, the current legal framework presents several loopholes that favor tenure insecurity and negatively impact people socioeconomic and cultural conditions. Therefore, policy reforms are needed to recognize and protect customary rights to land and improve the overall governance of land resources.

Lord Mayor Joins CAEPA to Advocate for Land Law Reforms in Cameroon

With over 60 Mbororo Women attending the Story telling workshop that is geared towards empowering and strengthening the capacities of Mbororo women to spear head efforts in accessing and owning land in Cameroon, we are in the 1st session where these women are holding meaningful discussions on understanding and identifying private land, public and communal land as well as the intrigues surrounding land inheritance and actual ownership.

Through our seasoned facilitator, Madam Ali Aii Shatu, the participants are being educated on the functions of govt bodies, courts and local authorities as concerns land rights and ownership. This season has brought to limelight the short comings of some land tenure laws. A thing that highlights the need to amplify community voices to advocate against stringent land laws that needs to be reviewed for the benefit of the population.

Through this first session, Mbororo women have began bringing their stories to light and are poised to be land rights advocates by the end of the 3 days.

CAEPA Empowers Mbororo Women for Land rights Advocacy Through Story Telling

CAEPA TRAINS 20 FEMALE JOURNALISTS ON LAND RIGHTS STORYTELLING.

Today, some 20 journalists in the NWR are undergoing a training on Land Rights Story Telling in the city of Bamenda. This workshop brings to one sitting, female reporters from various facets of the Media with the main aim to empower them on the need to delve into land rights reporting and amplify the voices of Mbororo Women who are constantly marginalized due to customary restrictions that the society places on female land ownership.

The facilitator Sah Terence remarks that, denying Mbororo women the right to land ownership undermines food security, economic stability and social equity. He goes on to stress that the media can be a very useful tool to advocate for Mbororo Women's land use rights in Cameroon.

He has implored participants to make use of thier various portfolios in news reporting, documentary film making and talk shows to highlight gaps within land laws, raise awareness on land laws that lack implementation mechanisms and equally report on what the society stands to gain when women have access to and control over land.

CAEPA trains Female Journalists on Land Rights StoryTelling

In a historic move, a traditional leader has publicly advocated for Mbororo women’s land use and tenure rights, recognizing their vital role in community development and environmental stewardship. His call for change challenges outdated norms and promotes equal access to land for Mbororo women.

This leadership not only empowers women but also paves the way for inclusive and sustainable land governance in the Mbororo community.

🙌🏽 True leadership uplifts every voice.
#LandForHer #MbororoWomenRise #TraditionalLeadership #WomenInLand #GenderEquality

Quarter head Advocates for Mbororo Women’s Land Rights education for mbororo women in Banjah

A respected Mbororo community leader has voiced strong support for women’s land tenure and land use rights, calling for equal opportunities and access to land for all. His advocacy is a bold step toward dismantling long-standing barriers that limit women’s empowerment in the community.

By championing women’s rights to own and use land, he is setting a powerful example for inclusive leadership and sustainable development.

👏🏽 When leaders lead with equality, communities grow stronger!
#WomenLandRights #MbororoLeadership #EqualityStartsHere #LandForHer #CommunityForChange

Ardo Sali Mamada Supports Women Empowerment Initiative by CAEPA

In a powerful step toward equality, Mbororo men are raising their voices to support Mbororo women’s land tenure and land use rights. They are challenging harmful traditions and advocating for inclusive development, where women have equal access to and control over land.

Together, we are breaking barriers and building a future where every Mbororo woman can thrive, own land, and contribute fully to her community.

💪🏽 Land rights are human rights. Let’s amplify the movement for justice and equality!
#LandForHer #MbororoVoices #GenderEquality #WomenLandRights #InclusiveDevelopment

Mbororo Men Stand for Women’s Land Rights!

$As per the previous study, Bamenda city generated 120-160tonnes of municipal solid waste daily (0.40-0.54kg per capita) with 76% organic fraction. Today the heaps of garbage have certainly increased with no management infrastructure in the city causing a threat to health and environment in the city. The current Anglophone crisis has created a vulnerable situation in Bamenda with the complete failure of public services and heavy migration from nearby rural areas, which has resulted into uncontrolled dumping and burning of waste in public spaces, backyards, and river. Difficulties in garbage collection and treatment have been made even more difficult with the kidnappings of some Council staff and the burning of equipment of the company hired to participate in keeping the City clean. Away from that, indiscipline by the population is also to blame for poor disposal of waste on the streets.$

CAEPA Advocates for collective efforts to tackle poor waste managment in Bamenda city

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