A delegation of Cameroon's Decentralised and Cross-border Diaspora Cooperation Parliamentary Network, led by Senator Otte Andrew Mofa, visited Buea from October 4 to 6, 2022. The mission aimed to liaise with members of the Regional House of Assembly and local Councils to harness resources for regional and local development. The parliamentary group sought to present itself to locally elected representatives and discuss the importance of decentralized cooperation.
The delegation met with the South West Regional Governor, Bernard Okalia Bilai, and exchanged views with the President of the Regional Executive Council, Zacheus Bakoma Elango, and the President of the House of Chiefs, Chief Dr. Atem Ebako. These interactions facilitated the exchange of ideas on enhancing development at the regional and local levels through decentralized cooperation. The meetings also enabled the parliamentarians to evaluate efforts on the ground.
The mission of the RED-COP to Buea was built around four key pillars. These included presenting the group to locally elected representatives, exchanging on the importance and value of decentralized, trans-border, and inter-communal cooperation, evaluating efforts on the ground, and gathering specific information to build a data bank of local priority needs. This approach aimed to foster collaboration and resource sharing.
Senator Otte Andrew Mofa highlighted the potential of Cameroon's six million strong diaspora as a valuable asset for local development. He drew the attention of local representatives to the fact that this diaspora community could significantly contribute to development initiatives. The lawmaker's comments underscored the need to tap into this resource.
The parliamentarians' visit was part of a broader effort to promote decentralized cooperation in Cameroon. By engaging with local authorities and councils, the RED-COP aimed to facilitate the exchange of ideas and resources. This approach could help address local development challenges and promote sustainable growth.
The meetings in Buea demonstrated the commitment of Cameroon's parliamentarians to enhancing development at the regional and local levels. Through decentralized cooperation, the country's leaders seek to harness resources and expertise to address local challenges. This initiative could have a positive impact on the lives of Cameroonians.
The RED-COP's mission to Buea marked a significant step towards promoting decentralized cooperation in Cameroon. By engaging with local authorities and councils, the parliamentarians demonstrated their commitment to enhancing development. The outcome of this initiative will be closely watched by stakeholders.
Key points
- The Cameroonian parliamentarians' delegation aimed to harness resources for regional and local development through decentralized cooperation.
- The mission highlighted the potential of Cameroon's diaspora community as a valuable asset for local development.
- The RED-COP's initiative seeks to promote collaboration and resource sharing among local authorities and councils.
