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Start of the Presidential Seven-Year Mandate Prioritizing Youth and Women

Objective

Place youth and women at the center of national development through employment promotion, entrepreneurship support, skills development, and social inclusion policies.

Government of Cameroon Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education (MINJEC) Ministry of Women's Empowerment and the Family (MINPROFF) Public and Private Sector Partners

Policy shift

The new mandate reframes youth and women as core drivers of national development and social cohesion.

Flagship programs

Programmes prioritize youth employment, entrepreneurship accelerators, and skills upgrading tied to emerging sectors.

Financing & partnerships

The 2026 budget allocation is complemented by partnerships with the private sector and local finance institutions to de-risk youth-led ventures.

What it means for youth

Young people can expect expanded access to capital, mentorship, and public-service opportunities as the septennat priorities roll out.