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Category: ACORN Cameroon
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STRASCAS Secures International Support in Fight for Workers’ Rights
July brought a major victory for STRASCAS as the International Union of Food Workers (IUF) stepped in to back their campaign against sugar giant SOSUCAM. The IUF condemned the killing of STRASCAS member Gaston Djora and criticized SOSUCAM for refusing to negotiate with the union. They also called on the Cameroonian government to uphold international labour rights and pledged to launch an international solidarity campaign. This marks a powerful moment of collective action in the fight for justice and workers’ rights. -
OnEstEnsemble Women Complete GBV Training and Strengthen Community Safety in Douala
In Douala, the women of the OnEstEnsemble completed a Gender Based Violence training that prepares women to be leaders in the fight against GBV in their communities. Members also planned out community response plans and designated safe spaces. When we stand together, we can keep our communities safe for everybody!
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STRASCAS marches for workers’ rights in Cameroon
?? STRASCAS marches for workers’ rights in Cameroon ??
On this year’s 139th International Workers’ Rights Day, ACORN International affiliate STRASCAS led a powerful protest parade in Douala with 190 members demanding decent work, safety, union rights, and social dialogue. Their slogans were clear:
✊ Decent work = Decent pay
✊ More protection = Fewer deaths
✊ Yes to inclusive collective bargaining
✊ Stop union repression!This important day also marked a major step forward: STRASCAS officially became an affiliate of the Confédération Entente Nationale des Travailleurs du Cameroun.
?? STRASCAS défile pour les droits des travailleurs au Cameroun ??
À l’occasion de la 139e Journée Internationale des Droits des Travailleurs, notre affilié STRASCAS a organisé une parade revendicative puissante à Douala, rassemblant 190 membres autour de slogans forts :✊ Travail décent = Salaire décent
✊ Plus de protection = Moins de décès
✊ Oui au dialogue social collectif et inclusif
✊ Stop à la répression syndicale !Cette journée fut aussi marquée par une avancée importante : STRASCAS est désormais affilié à la Confédération Entente Nationale des Travailleurs du Cameroun.
Travailleurs saisonniers filière canne à sucre
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OnEstEnsemble’s Persistent Advocacy Brings Douala Footbridge to 90% Completion!
In 2020, intense flooding took out an important footbridge connecting neighborhoods in Douala. For the next four years, the OnEstEnsemble advocated tirelessly to rebuild this vital link in the community. After four years the project is finally at 90% completion, a major accomplishment!
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Cheers to The OnEstEnsemble Citizen Alliance Safe Water Victory
The OnEstEnsemble Citizen Alliance had an incredible win in January! After several years without easy access to safe drinking water, construction has begun to connect the residents of Douala to the drinking water network!
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Cameroon: peasant crops destroyed by Sosucam’s aerial expanses, OnEstEnsemble organizes protest
OnEstEnsemble organized a protest with the eco-union of residents near the SOSUCAM sugar cane plantations. These residents’ crops of cassava, peanuts and yams were destroyed by SOSUCAM’s planes spraying pesticides. The residents gathered the destroyed crops and displayed signs in protest, demanding compensation.
Residents of the sugarcane plantations of the Somdiaa group, subsidiary of the French giant Castel, have been forced to uproot their production of cassava, peanuts and yams, destroyed in their fields by spraying pesticides by the company planes. Several have gathered to protest, and planned to pour their destroyed production in front of the Sosucam headquarters.
The victims demand that the company compensate them for the huge loss.
Organized in the eco-syndicate Riverains Ensemble, the peasants were already asking through a petition to stop air expansion, banned in France.
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OnEstEnsemble, Cameroon: Members of the Environmental Collective of Sosucam Residents Secure Commitments from the Director-General Following Citizen Action
Residents living near the sugarcane plantations of the Somdiaa group, a subsidiary of the French giant Castel, fell victim to the destruction of their crops during the month of May 2023. In response to this incident, and despite a written communication, there was no substantial reaction observed from Sosucam.
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OnEstEnsemble, Cameroon: Securing the Sidewalks of Republic Boulevard in Bepanda Bonewonda
Following a call from the local branch Onestensemble Bepanda Bonewonda in July 2023, the Mayor of the city swiftly responded to concerns about the large open drains that pose a real danger to pedestrian safety along Republic Boulevard.
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OnEstEnsemble, Cameroon: A Bridge to Connect Our Neighborhoods is On the Horizon!
In a heartwarming turn of events, the 5th district town hall of Douala has heeded the calls of its residents, bringing hope and relief to the communities of Makepe 1 Missoke and Bepanda Yonyong. The tale begins with a critical bridge that stood as a lifeline between Makepe I Missoke and Bepanda, a connection that was shattered by the fury of intense rains in February 2020. The aftermath left the residents stranded, their mobility and belongings compromised. United under the banner of the “OnEstEnsemble” association, the locals embarked on a mission to restore this vital link.
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OnEstEnsemble, Cameroon: Community Collaboration Ensures Safe Replacement of Defective Electrical Infrastructure in Douala
Residents of Douala 5, united with OnEstEnsemble, are taking action to identify and replace outdated and dangerous electrical infrastructure. In January 2023, the association members identified approximately 500 faulty electrical supports in several neighborhoods.
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