The Cameroon Red Cross has made a significant donation to the Chantal Biya Foundation in Yaoundé. On May 13, Cécile Akame Mfoumou, National President of the Cameroon Red Cross, handed over food items, cleaning products, and equipment to the Children First Center, one of the foundation's structures dedicated to caring for vulnerable children. The donation was made in the presence of Jean Stéphane Biatcha, Deputy Secretary General of the Chantal Biya Foundation.

The donation was made to honor Chantal Biya, Honorary President of the Cameroon Red Cross, for her humanitarian commitment. Akame Mfoumou stated that the gesture was a way to pay tribute to Biya's humanitarian work and to symbolize the solidarity of the Red Cross with the Chantal Biya Foundation. The foundation's actions in favor of health, education, and the well-being of children and vulnerable populations are widely recognized and appreciated.

The donation was made in the context of the 70th World Red Cross Day, celebrated on May 8, under the theme "Du côté de l'humanité" (On the side of humanity). Akame Mfoumou emphasized that Chantal Biya's humanitarian actions demonstrate her commitment to humanity, which is why the Red Cross decided to organize cleaning activities, renovate a laundry facility, and make the donation.

The renovated laundry facility at the Mother and Child Center was also handed over to the foundation. The Cameroon Red Cross's actions aim to support the foundation's efforts in caring for vulnerable children and promoting their well-being. The donation included food items, cleaning products, and equipment to support the center's activities.

The Chantal Biya Foundation is dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and promoting their health, education, and well-being. The foundation's actions are widely recognized and appreciated by the Cameroonian population. The donation from the Cameroon Red Cross is a testament to the strong partnership between the two organizations.

The event was attended by several personalities, including Jean Stéphane Biatcha, Deputy Secretary General of the Chantal Biya Foundation. The Cameroon Red Cross's donation to the Chantal Biya Foundation demonstrates its commitment to supporting humanitarian causes in Cameroon. The organization continues to work towards promoting humanitarian values and supporting vulnerable populations.

The Cameroon Red Cross's donation to the Chantal Biya Foundation is a significant gesture of solidarity and support. The two organizations share a common goal of promoting humanitarian values and supporting vulnerable populations in Cameroon. The donation will go a long way in supporting the foundation's activities and promoting the well-being of children and vulnerable populations.

Key points

  • The Cameroon Red Cross donates food, supplies to Children First Center.
  • The donation was made to honor Chantal Biya's humanitarian commitment.
  • The event was attended by several personalities, including Jean Stéphane Biatcha, Deputy Secretary General of the Chantal Biya Foundation.

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