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Published on August 13, 2025 by admin.

THE DETAILED HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION REPORT OF THE NORTH WEST, SOUTH WEST AND FAR NORTH REGIONS OF CAMEROON FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF THE YEAR 2025 (JANUARY-MARCH)

The month of January witnessed series of human rights violations and abuses that happened especially within the context of the conflict in the North West and South West regions ...

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Published on August 1, 2025 by admin.

CHRDA MID YEAR HUMAN RIGHTS REPORT 2023

This report represents the summary of our monthly Human Rights monitoring which is divided into different human rights violations and abuses CHRDA documented in the first ...

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Published on August 1, 2025 by Author.

HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTH-WEST AND SOUTH-WEST REGIONS OF CAMEROON FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2022

THE HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTH-WEST AND SOUTH-WEST REGIONS OF CAMEROON FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2022 The month of December 2022 saw more calls for the government ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

2025 MALARIA DAY

Observed every April 25, the International Day of Malaria raises global awareness about the devastating impact of malaria and the urgent need for sustained action to end it. In ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE TRUTH FOR VICTIMS

Today, we commemorate the International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations. This year's theme, "Advancing Victims' Rights and Rebuilding Just ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

AUTISM AWARENESS DAY

Autism Awareness Day is a vital opportunity to shine a light on the unique challenges faced by children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). These children often encounter difficulties ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

LABOUR DAY 2025

Today, we join the world in celebrating International Labour Day under the theme “Decent Work, Dignity, and Justice for All.” This day honors the tireless efforts, ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

The International women’s day is a global day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is celebrated ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

PRESS FREEDOM DAY: REPORTING IN A BRAVE NEW WORLD

REPORTING IN THE BRAVE NEW WORLD! In 1993, UN General Assembly proclaimed 3rd of May as World Press Freedom Day. This proclamation marked the beginning of substantial progress ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

CHRDA TAKES MENSTRUAL HYGIENE TO ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN BUEA

In celebration of International Menstruation Hygiene Day 2025,the gender department of CHRDA  visited G.S Bonduma on May 22nd for a sensitization campaign with class 6 pupils ...

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Published on July 31, 2025 by Author.

INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR MULTILATERALISM AND DIPLOMACY FOR PEACE 2025

International day of multilateralism and diplomacy for Peace is celebrated on April 24th every year. This day highlights the importance of multilateralism and diplomacy in promoting ...

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Published on June 5, 2025 by Author.

GIRLS IN ICT DAY

Today is the international girls in ICT day. This day is observed annually on the fourth Thursday of April and this year on April 24.  International girls in ICT day was established ...

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Published on June 5, 2025 by Author.

World Environment Day 2025

June 5th is a day set aside for the annual celebration of World Environment Day. This day contributes in raising awareness on environmental issues like marine pollution, overpopulation, ...

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Published on May 2, 2025 by admin.
STATEMENT ON WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 2025

On World Press Freedom Day 2025, CHRDA celebrates the fundamental right to freedom of expression and the crucial role journalists play in shaping public discourse. As highlighted ...

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Published on April 30, 2025 by Author.

CHRDA 2023 HUMAN RIGHTS REPORT

THIS IS THE REPORT ON THE HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION IN THE CONFLICT AFFECTED REGIONS OF NORTH-WEST AND SOUTH-WEST REGIONS OF CAMEROON.    INTRODUCTION This report ...

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Published on April 30, 2025 by Author.

CHRDA HUMAN RIGHTS REPORT OCTOBER 2020 TO FEBRUARY 2021

CHRDA HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION REPORT OF THE NORTH WEST AND SOUTH WEST REGIONS OF CAMEROON BETWEEN OCTOBER 2020 AND FEBRUARY 2021 OVERVIEW OF THE SITUATION IN CAMEROON: The ...

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Published on April 30, 2025 by Author.

HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHWEST REGIONS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2022

THE HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHWEST REGIONS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2022 Like previous months, August was characterized by violence against the population, ...

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Published on April 30, 2025 by Author.

HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHWEST REGIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2022

THE HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHWEST REGIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2022 AS CAPTURED BY CENTRE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND DEMOCRACY IN AFRICA. In ...

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Published on April 30, 2025 by Author.

HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHWEST REGIONS OCTOBER 2021 THROUGH MARCH 2022

HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION OF THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHWEST REGIONS OCTOBER 2021 THROUGH MARCH 2022 The months from October 2021 through March 2022 witnessed intensification of ...

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Published on April 25, 2022 by Author.

IMPROVING HUMAN RIGHTS PROTECTION IN THE CONFLICT-AFFECTED REGIONS OF CAMEROON

Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa project on “Improving human rights protection in the conflict-affected regions of Cameroon” (2022-2024) implemented ...

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Published on April 20, 2022 by Author.

Cameroon: Unsanitary conditions of detention lead to cholera outbreak in prison

Geneva / Buea – 19 April 2022 At least six people are reported to have died from cholera in a Cameroonian prison.  This is due to unsanitary conditions of detention, ...

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Published on March 23, 2022 by Author.

HUMAN RIGHTS AND STRATEGIC LITIGATION FOR LAWYERS

Strategic Litigation is very important in the advancement, respect, protection and fulfilment of Human Rights at the national and international levels. Human Rights Defenders ...

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Published on March 17, 2022 by Author.

CAPACITY BUILDING FOR CIVIL SOCIETY ACTORS IN THE NORTH-WEST AND SOUTH-WEST REGIONS TO MONITOR, DOCUMENT, AND REPORT HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS DURING CONFLICT SITUATIONS.

Civil Society Actors including Human Rights Defenders and Journalists contributes immensely towards the promotion and protection of human rights in conflicts situations. The end ...

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Published on March 13, 2022 by Author.
CAMEROON: THE ASSASSINATION OF THE FON OF ESU IS UNACCEPTABLE

Buea  12 March 2022 The Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa (CHRDA) strongly condemns the barbaric assassination of the Fon of Esu and his wife by unidentified ...

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Published on March 2, 2022 by Author.
CHRDA STATEMENT ON THE ASSASSINATION OF THE DO FOR EKONDO TITI, THE MAYOR AND THREE OTHERS IN AN IED ATTACK

On the afternoon of March 2, 2022, CHRDA received with shock the disturbing images of an attack on the convoy of Mr. Abolowa Timothy, the Divisional Officer (DO) for Ekondo Titi ...

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Published on February 12, 2022 by Author.

Cameroon: The Arson Attack at Queen of the Rosary College Okoyong Is Unacceptable

Buea – 12 February 2022 CHRDA strongly condemns the burning down of the Queen of the Rosary College Okoyong in Mamfe, Manyu Division of the Southwest Region.  ...

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Published on February 4, 2022 by Author.

Open letter to the president of Cameroon on arbitrary detention

CHRDA, Amnesty International, other Civil Society Organisations have signed a letter expressing dissatisfaction with the level of arbitrary detention in Cameroon. This letter, ...

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Published on January 12, 2022 by Author.
CAMEROON: THE ASSASSINATION OF SENATOR HENRY KEMENDE GAMSEY IS UNACCEPTABLE

Buea 12 January 2022, CHRDA strongly condemns the barbaric murder of Senator Henry Kemende Gamsey in Bamenda by unidentified gunmen. On the night of January 11, 2022, ...

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Published on December 13, 2021 by admin.
Cameroon: The Indiscriminate and Disproportionate Use of an Improvised Explosive Device at the Buea Trade Fair Event Is Unacceptable.

The Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa (CHRDA) strongly condemns the unnecessary use of an improvised explosive device (IED) at the Buea Trade Fair Event that injured ...

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Published on December 11, 2021 by admin.
Communiqué de presse : Incident sur la route de Mbengwi.

CHRDA et la Base de données sur les atrocités ont terminé une première enquête sur l’incident qui s’est produit sur la route de Mbengwi ...

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Published on December 11, 2021 by admin.
Press Release: Mbengwi Road Incident.

CHRDA and the Cameroon Anglophone Crisis Database of Atrocities have completed an initial investigation into the incident that occurred at Mbengwi Road, Bamenda, on December 8, ...

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Published on December 11, 2021 by admin.

CHRDA rounds up with activities commemorating the 30th edition of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence (GBV)

CHRDA rounded up with activities commemorating the 30th edition of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence (GBV) with an educative talk with level 300 students of ...

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Published on December 10, 2021 by admin.

A report on the arrest and detention of Mrs Anastasia Ful.

On December 7, 2020, a teacher of Government Technical High School (GHTS) Wum in Menchum Division of the Northwest Region, Mrs Jia Anastasia Ful, age 46 and a mother of four, was ...

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Published on December 10, 2021 by admin.

EQUALITY AT THE HEART FOR ADVANCING HUMAN RIGHTS AND DEMOCRACY IN CAMEROON.

Today the 10th of December marks the International Human Rights Day – the Anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the UN General Assembly ...

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Published on December 9, 2021 by admin.

16 DAYS ACTIVISM TO END GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE. Outreach at Praise Baptist Church Ndongo-Wokoko, Buea.

Still as part of the commemoration of the 16 days of Activism to end Violence Against Women & Girls under the theme “Orange the World, End Violence against Women Now”, ...

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