pascal anengbah

An experienced humanitarian who's passionate about Gender issues and how it intersects with Nutrition and livelihood.

[H.E. Prof. Sarah Anyang Agbor @ProfSarahAgbor]

Reflections Series No 62

As a former Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation at the African Union Commission, who had the privilege of leading and coordinating the Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF) programme across many African countries in collaboration with key partners such as the World Food Programme (WFP), FAO, and NEPAD (now AUDA-NEPAD), I am deeply encouraged by Cameroon’s renewed engagement and unwavering commitment to this noble initiative.

During my tenure, I witnessed firsthand how HGSF transformed communities, creating strong linkages between education, nutrition, agriculture, and local enterprise development. By sourcing food locally, the programme empowered smallholder farmers—particularly women—revitalized rural economies, and kept children healthy, motivated, and focused in school. It became a living expression of Agenda 2063’s vision for inclusive growth and sustainable development — an Africa that feeds, educates, and empowers its own people.

Seeing Cameroon now take this leadership role, with the Ministry of Basic Education’s ambitious target to reach one million children by 2025, fills me with pride and optimism. This bold step demonstrates a profound understanding that school feeding is not charity—it is strategy: a long-term investment in human capital, national productivity, and the wellbeing of our children.

I wish to extend my sincere gratitude to the Government of Cameroon, the Minister of Basic Education, the World Food Programme (WFP), Nascents Solutions, the World Bank, COMNAT, and all the dedicated stakeholders for their steadfast engagement and for truly walking the talk of school feeding. Your collaboration exemplifies how national vision and global partnership can converge to transform lives.

Through your collective commitment, school feeding has evolved from a simple meal to a comprehensive development strategy—one that enhances learning outcomes, supports local agriculture, empowers communities, and strengthens resilience. The validation of the National Strategy for School Feeding further solidifies Cameroon’s alignment with continental priorities and its dedication to ensuring that no child is left behind.

Together, we are proving that when we invest in our children’s nourishment and education, we invest in the future and prosperity of our nation and our continent. I salute your dedication and encourage continued collaboration to ensure that every Cameroonian child receives both nourishment and knowledge—the true foundations of The Africa We Want.

H.E. Professor Sarah ANYANG AGBOR
Professor of African and Commonwealth Literatures, University of Yaoundé I;
Inspector of Administration No.2, MINESUP
Board Chair Forum for Innovation in African Universities - FIAU
Board Chair – UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL)
Deputy Board Chair – Forum of African Women Educationists (FAWE)
Board member – UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL)
Board Trustee Member – African Progress Group (APG)
Former Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, African Union Commission
Former Deputy Board Chair – UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL)

@CameroonPm237 @WorldBankAfrica
@FAWEAfrica @nascentsolution @Drenowawah
@_AfricanUnion @WFP
@WFP_Cameroon @WanjaKaaria @Africanrenaissance
@MarthaMuhwezi
@AUESTI
@FAO
@UIL
@UNITAR @ambjosefa, @MincomCameroun @diplocam_minrex @SchoolFeeding @af_ecn @africannewsnet @africanews @Africa24English

[Carl Skau @WFPChief]

Shocked and heartbroken by the loss of three @WFP team members in an aerial bombardment in Blue Nile State, Sudan. Any loss of life in humanitarian service is unconscionable.

Aid workers are not – and should never be – a target. #NotATarget

https://t.co/d2Il9VMRLL

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon🇨🇲

The success of a joint Humanitarian Community Feedback Mechanism in 🇨🇲 is speedy response & support to communities through:

▶️Enhancing accountability to affected persons (#AAP) to #savelives
▶️Adopting a joint free hotline 8099 to receive complaints
▶️The visit of Humanitarian actors to 0⃣2⃣multi-lingual call center in #Douala that operates 7d/7

#ChangingLives.

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon🇨🇲

@WFP HQ is on a 2-day mission in the East, engaging local CSOs & partners to address barriers, strengthen partnerships, & foster inclusive humanitarian programs

Together, we amplify community voices & boost resilience for food security.

#SavingLives
#ChangingLives

[pascal anengbah @anengbah]

Healthy Women, Stronger Communities. Let's support each other in the fight against Breast Cancer.
#CommunityStrength
#HealthMatters

[pascal anengbah @anengbah]

Break the Silence:
Talk About Breast Cancer Prevention. Early detection saves lives.
#BreatCancerAwareness
#PreventIsKey.

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon 🇨🇲
During breaking sessions, participants are equipped with skills & knowledge to prevent, identify and provide support to victims of Sexual Exploitation & Abuse. Together we are committed to #SavingLives and
#ChangingLives

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon🇨🇲
Participants are committed to strengthening the food system by prioritizing biofortification. This initiative aims to:
✅ Enhance nutrient content
✅ Reduce dependency on aid
✅ Boost agricultural productivity
#SavingLives
@guindoabou @JoseLViveroPol @Ibraima_Hamadou

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon 🇨🇲

The Mid-Year Performance Review is a valuable opportunity to assess our impact and improve our lifesaving assistance to affected communities. Together, we're committed to building a world without hunger

#ChangingLives

[pascal anengbah @anengbah]

It was a successful APP mid-term review.

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon 🇨🇲

#Happening_Now

Today @WFP is reviewing it’s 2024 Mid-Year Performance chaired by WFP Rep @wanjakaaria

@WFP staff sharing progress towards achieving #ZeroHunger and adapting to evolving challenges in 🇨🇲

#SavingLives
#ChangingLives

[WFP Africa @WFP_Africa]

🌍#ClimateChange is impacting us all, but did you know that #women and girls are disproportionately affected?

In East Africa, existing inequalities are getting worse as women take on more responsibilities to secure food 🌽, water 🪣and fuel.

@WFP's Katie Carlson explains ⬇️

[pascal anengbah @anengbah]

@WFP_Cameroon, we believe that ending violence against women and girls is essential for achieving food security and gender equality. #16Days #OrangeTheWorld.

[pascal anengbah @anengbah]

@WFP-Cameroon. We are excited to start the 16 Days of Activism to End GBV with a sports walk together with @MINPROFF. We urge everyone to participate in the global movement to end violence against women and girls and protect their rights. #16Days #OrangeTheWorld .

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon🇨🇲

This walk to launch 16 days of activism against #GenderBasedViolence reflects our commitment to go the distance & #unite in ending violence against #Women & girls

#OrangeTheWorld
#LeaveNoOneBehind
#EndGBV

[Dr. Zahra Lillian Mokgosi @Zahralillian]

🟧 The right to live free from violence & harassment is a fundamental human right.

🟧 Stop violations against women and children.

🟧 Absolutely disgusted by bullies who inflict horrific pain on defenseless victims.

#16 Days of activism against Gender-Based Violence now!

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon🇨🇲

@WFP #CMR Rep-@WanjaKaaria, joined #MINPROFF, Minister Prof. Marie Thérèsse Abena Ondoa in launching #16DaysOfActivism to End #GBV with a sports walk🚶. #WFP stands in solidarity with survivors & advocates of ending violence against women and girls. #OrangeTheWorld

[Dr. Zahra Lillian Mokgosi @Zahralillian]

WFP Cameroon 🇨🇲

#Happening_now

Visiting WFP’s Warehouse in Douala, representatives from MINREX, MINFI, MINEPIA, MINEPAT, MINAS, MINSANTE, MINAT, MINPEDED, MINEDUB and MINPROFF.

Together for #SDG2 and SDG17

#GMCF

[UN_Cameroon @UN_Cameroon]

WFP says no to Gender – based Violence!
@WanjaKaaria, Representative of @WFP_Cameroon says gender-based violence (GBV) is intrinsically linked to food security and are a serious concern in the contexts that WFP operates. We are all part of the solution, lets UNiTE!
Listen here👇

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroun🇨🇲

#16JoursdActivisme: Pour les femmes & filles♀️, #WFP Batouri➕la Communauté,tous UNis, tous Activistes, disent STOP aux #VBG sous toutes ses formes à travers la peinture participative d'une toile

#OrangeonsLeMonde
#StopViolenceNow
#EndChildMarriageNow

@WanjaKaaria

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon 🇨🇲

The staff of #WFP Batouri is UNited against all forms of Violence Against Women and Girls. We must get off the couch. That’s what Activism Is! #16days
TAKE ACTION NOW!

@WanjaKaaria
@Zahralillian

[WFP Cameroon @WFP_Cameroon]

#Cameroon🇨🇲

Today @minproffcmr & @WFP join stakeholders & @UN_Cameroon in a walk for the #16DaysofActivism against GBV Campaign. WFP remains on the frontlines to fight #GBV, which negatively impacts food security. UNite and advocate with us!

#EndGBVNow
#SolutionsTogether