Police and Gendarmerie Women in Stiff Competing.
Women of the National Gendarmerie in the North West Region have launched a series of activities ahead of International Women’s Day aimed at reducing stress, strengthening solidarity among security personnel, and fostering interaction with civilian women. The activities come at a time when the region has been affected by more than a decade of insecurity.
Celebrations began with a human investment exercise around the monument commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Armed Forces, followed by sporting activities involving women from the defence and security forces.
Speaking during the event, the Legion Commander for the North West, Colonel Zang Godfroi Marius, said the initiative was designed to allow women of the corps to actively participate in the global celebration dedicated to women.
According to him, several activities had been organized specifically for female personnel of the gendarmerie, beginning with a thanksgiving Mass for divine protection and guidance before the sporting events that brought together women from different sectors.
Legion Commander and Assistant Join Women to Commemorate.
Recognizing the importance of sports for physical wellbeing and social cohesion, the Legion Command organized a football match on March 4 between women of the National Gendarmerie and their counterparts from the police force. The police team emerged victorious with a 2–1 win.
Other recreational competitions included sack races, arm wrestling, bottle picking, and tug-of-war contests. The activities were accompanied by lively music reflecting the cultural diversity of Cameroon.
The event also featured exhibition stands showcasing locally produced goods. Among the items displayed was locally brewed wine made in Cameroon, noted for its similarity in taste and appearance to imported brands.
Generals, North West Police Boss Touring the Exhibition Stands.
Lele Corine, Touring Exhibition Stands.
Lele Corine, Touring Exhibition Stands.Other sections highlighted the tailoring and clothing sector, including the recycling and sewing of bed sheets, as well as a culinary exhibition presenting traditional dishes from Cameroon’s ten regions.
The exhibition stands were visited by several high-ranking officials, including the wife of the Governor of the North West Region, Madam Corine Lele, alongside the Commander of the 5th Joint Military Region, the Commander of the 51st Motorized Infantry Brigade, and the Regional Delegate of National Security for the region.
Lele Corine, North West Governor's Wife.Addressing the women during the visit, Madam Lele Corine encouraged them to remain resilient despite the challenges facing the region. She noted that the activities were organized to give the women an opportunity to relax, celebrate their achievements, and feel appreciated.
As preparations for International Women’s Day continue, women of the defence and security forces are also looking forward to the expected visit of Pope Leo XIV scheduled for April in Bamenda.
Colonel Zang Ushering into the Ceremonial Ground Two Generals.Colonel Zang Marius said news of the visit had been received with great enthusiasm among the forces. He noted that personnel, including women of the National Gendarmerie, are mobilized to ensure that the visit receives the grandeur it deserves.
The 2026 edition of International Women’s Day will be celebrated under the theme “Rights, Justice, Action: For All Women and Girls.”
At the North West Gendarmerie Legion, the official celebration is scheduled to take place on March 13.
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