Martin Hart-Hansen

Call for Applications! The Youth Connekt Cameroon Internship Programme 2026 is open. 📅 Deadline: 15 May 2026 | 3:30 PM 📧 Apply online: minjecdpej@gmail.com 📍 Or physical submission: MINJEC Courier Service ➕for more information: undp.org/cameroon/publi… ℹ️ Contacts: 222 22 56 17 | 693 61 38 24

From improved classrooms to clean water and solar power, GS Oku Palace, #NWRegion is experiencing a major transformation. The construction & rehabiliation works carried out under the #PPRD-NW/SW implemented by UNDP 🇨🇲 are helping restore dignity, safety, and quality learning opportunities for children and teachers alike.

APPEL À CANDIDATURES ! Le Programme de stages Youth Connekt Cameroon 2026 est ouvert. 📅 Date limite : 15 mai 2026 à 15h30 📧 Candidature en ligne : minjecdpej@gmail.com 📍 Ou dépôt physique : Service du Courrier du MINJEC ℹ️ Plus d'information: undp.org/fr/cameroon/pu… tel: 222 22 56 17 | 693 61 38 24

The #RegionalStabilizationFacility (RSF) Board met today in #Yaoundé 🇨🇲 to review progress of the RSF across the Lake Chad Basin region and explore pathways to transition from stabilization to recovery, resilience, and long-term development. Co-chaired by #UNDP and the #LCBC with partners and the Government of Cameroon, discussions focused on sustaining gains, strengthening regional cooperation, and shaping the next phase of engagement. #Cameroon 🇨🇲 #Chad 🇹🇩 #Nigeria 🇳🇬 #Niger 🇳🇪

Ahead of tomorrow’s #RegionalStabilizationFacility (RSF) Board meeting in #Yaoundé 🇨🇲, partners are engaging in strategic reflections on the future of stabilization efforts across the #LakeChadBasin, taking stock of progress and shaping next steps for greater impact. Co-chaired by #UNDP and the #LCBC, alongside #ISG partners, the RSF remains a key implementation instrument of the #RSSRR, driving coordinated, resilient, and community-centered recovery efforts across affected areas. #Cameroon 🇨🇲 #Chad 🇹🇩 #Nigeria 🇳🇬 #Niger 🇳🇪

Our RR, Mathieu @Ciowela was honoured to welcome @UNVolunteers Deputy Executive Coordinator (DEC), Louise @ChamberlainSDGs, for a productive exchange on advancing #Cameroon’s development priorities through volunteerism. They also discussed ideas to further strengthen volunteer engagement and expand impact across key development areas. The DEC underscored #UNDP🇨🇲’s engagement of 26 UN Volunteers who supported impactful results across the country last year. This strong partnership continues to drive #impact and strengthen community #resilience. #SDGs #UNDPSP @UNDP @UNVolunteers @UNV_ROWCA @PaulArmandMenye @Mharthansen @RBersha

Discover how the Na We We Sports Jamboree is bringing communities together and strengthening social cohesion in Cameroon. 👉 undp.org/cameroon/blog/… #Sportfordevelopment #Socialcohesion #leavingtogether

The #YouthConnekt Cameroon Gov🇨🇲 + #UN🇺🇳 Joint Programme, led by #MINJEC & #UNDP, has successfully concluded its Technical Workshop on the 2026 #AnnualWorkPlan in Ebolowa. Stakeholders, including youth organisations, sector ministries, foundations, and UN agencies, aligned youth engagement priorities across key pillars, with concrete actions to strengthen networking opportunities for young people in competitiveness and #MarketPositioning for employment & entrepreneurship; #Digitallnnovation; civic engagement & #PeaceBuilding; and #SRHR, to accelerate impact nationwide. As a national platform connecting young people to opportunities, the #AWP 2026 is designed to strengthen synergies and #Partnerships, while enhancing communication, M&E, and the use of testimonials and social proof to highlight transformative programme impact and scale inclusive #YouthEmpowerment across Cameroon. #UNRCO #UNFPA #UNESCO #UNICEF #UNWOMEN #OHCHR #Networking

Au‑delà des chiffres, le terrain parle. 👥 Le YWEEP a accompagné près de 500 jeunes et femmes, révélant à la fois des impacts concrets et des défis systémiques. 📖 Découvrez comment ces enseignements aident à réinventer l’appui à l’entrepreneuriat : 👉 undp.org/cameroon/blog/… #YWEEP #DéveloppementÉconomique

On April 10, 2026, the expanded ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme’s Country Working Group (CWG) advanced the development of a Roadmap for a National Critical Minerals Strategy. This high-level stakeholders’ dialogue explored governance, responsible investment for sustainable DVPT, & regional opportunities. It brought together key actors across sectors, including the Ministry of Mines🇨🇲, other GVT institutions, private sector actors, DVPT partners, UNDP, the EU Delegation 🇨🇲, & technical experts. including representatives from #AMDC & the Uganda Chamber of Mines.

🎙️ Episode 2 of the #BoldAgenda Podcast is now LIVE! 🎧 Watch here: youtu.be/K67MVi26r6c and enjoy an insightful discussion with our DRR, @Mharthansen, on how youth and innovation are shaping Cameroon’s future, from policy to real impact. #UNDP #CITS26 #MountainHub #EnovationFactory #YouthDevelopment #Innovation #CamerounTech #AfricaTech

📍Kolofata, Far North Cameroon #UNDP is taking part in the ongoing local selection process, alongside local authorities and community representatives, to identify 350 IDPs, women and youth for vocational training and livelihoods support under the @KSRelief–@PNUDCameroun partnership. 👉 The committee convened for the final selection of the 350 beneficiaries, shortlisted from 3,168 applications. #IDPs #YouthEmpowerment

"Through our strong and sustained partnership with the #Government of Cameroon, we have mobilized over 43.7 billion FCFA, with 37.8 billion FCFA already disbursed, enabling the delivery of more than 250 basic social infrastructures across key sectors including #education, #health, and access to #potable water. These interventions are not just numbers; they are translating into tangible improvements in the daily lives of communities across the North-West and South-West regions, restoring access to essential services and rebuilding confidence. As we build on this momentum, #UNDP remains fully committed to supporting the Government in implementing the #PPRD.'' #UNDP🇨🇲 DRR @mharthansen

H.E. Paul Tasong, President of the #PPRD-NW/SW Steering Committee and #MINDEL-MINEPAT, has commended #UNDP🇨🇲 for its strides as an implementing partner of the Plan during today’s coordination meeting in Douala, highlighting the progress achieved and the value of sustained collaboration. In his opening remarks, DRR @mharthansen reaffirmed #UNDP’s continued commitment to support the #Government of 🇨🇲 in implementing the #PPRD, strengthening delivery, and ensuring tangible impact for communities across the #NW/SW regions.

🎙️ A new episode of the #BoldAgenda Podcast by #CITSCM drops on Monday. #UNDP🇨🇲 DRR @mharthansen joins Ayuk Etta (@Ayuk2U), to explore how youth, innovation, and entrepreneurship are actively shaping Cameroon’s development landscape. From ideas to implementation, the conversation highlights #UNDP’s role in driving meaningful change and building a vibrant, coherent tech ecosystem in Cameroon. Stay updated on the release via #CITSCM on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/citscm… #YouthDevelopment #Innovation #TheBoldAgenda #CITS26 #CamerounTech #AfricaTech

🌍✨ Are you applying for the #Youth4Climate 2026 Call for Solutions? Don’t miss our Q&A Session with Youth4Climate Alumni, learn from their experiences and projects! 📅 Monday, April 13, 2026 🕒 3:00 PM (WAT) 💻 Zoom / Teams 👉 Interested to participate? Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #Youth4Climate #UNDP #ClimateAction #Cameroonundp

#UNDP🇨🇲 RR, Mr. Mathieu @Ciowela, received #Dutch #MembersOfParliament, Hon. Suzanne Kröger and Hon. Mpanzu Bamenga, led by H.E. Ambassador🇳🇱 Joris Jurriëns, for a high-level exchange on advancing #partnership for #Cameroon’s🇨🇲 development priorities. With UNDP’s ARR-Governance Dr. Emini Zepherin and Head of Stabilization @Christophe_Charbon, discussions focused on inclusive growth and resilience across governance & social cohesion, green economic transformation, and climate action. The exchange also highlighted stabilization efforts in the #FarNorth Region, supporting resilience, livelihoods recovery, and social cohesion through people-centred, gender-responsive approaches, with the #Netherlands 🇳🇱 as a key partner. #SDG17 #PeaceAndSecurity #InclusiveGrowth #GenderEquality

On the sidelines of the 14th #WTO Ministerial Conference, @UNDP🇨🇲 RR, Mathieu @Ciowela and strategic team had the honour of welcoming the #Dutch🇳🇱 Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Mr. Sjoerd Weimer Sjordsma, @ministerBHOS, alongside Ambassador Joris Jurriens and a high-level delegation, for a working visit. Discussions underscored the strong partnership with the #Netherlands🇳🇱, a key UNDP contributor, and focused on advancing #SustainableDevelopment priorities in #Cameroon🇨🇲, including the NDS30 and UNDP 2022–2026 and 2027–2031 programmes. Particular attention was given to #stabilization efforts, especially the considerable achievements in the #FarNorth under the Regional Stabilization Facility. A live exchange with farmers in Moro highlighted the resumption of economic and productive activities, as well as access to farms and technical services. The Minister commended the UNDP teams’ dedication and reaffirmed interest in strengthening collaboration to deliver lasting impact. #SDG17

#UNDP🇨🇲 extends warm #Easter wishes to you all. May this season inspire renewed solidarity, compassion, and inclusive development, strengthening our collective efforts in building a better future for all.

Cap sur l’excellence entrepreneuriale à Maroua ! 🇨🇲 Aux côtés du Ministre #MINJEC_CMR , du #DRR @PNUDCameroun et du #Gouverneur de la Région, nous avons clôturé aujourd’hui le Bootcamp zonal et le Challenge de l’Étudiant‑Entrepreneur pour le pôle Septentrion. Tout au long de la semaine, #35 jeunes porteurs de projets ont été formés et coachés pour transformer leurs idées en solutions concrètes pour le développement. Félicitations aux 10 champions sélectionnés pour représenter le Septentrion ! #YouthConnekt #InnovationJeunesse