INBAR Regional Office for Central Africa (CARO)

Excited to celebrate International Bamboo Day at ENAM on September 20, 2024! 🌿 The event, co-organized by INBAR and ONUDI, focused on the opportunities within the bamboo and rattan value chains for local industrialization in Cameroon. With over 300 participants, including students and sector professionals, we explored sustainable development and innovation. Together, we’re paving the way for a greener future! #InternationalBambooDay #SustainableDevelopment #INBAR #Cameroon -- Ravi de célébrer la Journée Internationale du Bambou à l’ENAM le 20 septembre 2024 ! 🌿 Cet événement, co-organisé par l'INBAR et l'ONUDI, a mis l'accent sur les opportunités des chaînes de valeur du bambou et du rotin pour l’industrialisation locale au Cameroun. Avec plus de 300 participants, dont des étudiants et des professionnels du secteur, nous avons exploré le développement durable et l’innovation. Ensemble, nous ouvrons la voie vers un avenir plus vert ! #JournéeInternationaleDuBambou #DéveloppementDurable #INBAR #Cameroun

🌿 Empowering Eco-Entrepreneurs in Cameroon! 🌿 INBAR, the University of Dschang, and the ACREGIR project organized a successful training workshop for eco-entrepreneurs and internally displaced people in Dschang. The two-day event equipped 30 participants with vital skills in eco-business management, leadership, and sustainable natural resource use. This initiative, part of the ACREGIR project, aims to enhance climate resilience, create green jobs, and support sustainable livelihoods. Congratulations to all participants for their commitment to sustainable development! Let's continue building a greener future together! 🌱 #EcoEntrepreneurship #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GreenEconomy #Cameroon #YouthEmpowerment --- 🌿 Renforcement des éco-entrepreneurs au Cameroun ! 🌿 INBAR, l’Université de Dschang et le projet ACREGIR ont organisé un atelier de formation réussi à Dschang pour les éco-entrepreneurs et les personnes déplacées. Pendant deux jours, 30 participants ont acquis des compétences essentielles en gestion d’éco-entreprises, leadership et utilisation durable des ressources naturelles. Cette initiative vise à renforcer la résilience climatique, créer des emplois verts et soutenir des moyens de subsistance durables. Félicitations aux participants pour leur engagement en faveur du développement durable ! Ensemble, construisons un avenir plus vert ! 🌱 #ÉcoEntrepreneuriat #Durabilité #ActionClimatique #ÉconomieVerte #Cameroun #AutonomisationDesJeunes

Exciting collaboration for sustainable development! The Ministry of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MINPMEESA) and INBAR's Central Africa Regional Office have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote the bamboo and rattan sector in Cameroon. The Special Craft Village of Mbalmayo received essential equipment to enhance local artisans' capacity. This partnership strengthens the socio-economic development of communities and showcases the potential of bamboo and rattan for sustainable growth. A special exhibition featured over 30 artisans, highlighting their talent and innovative bamboo-based creations. Together, let's build a greener future! #SustainableDevelopment #Bamboo #Rattan #Partnership #Innovation --- Collaboration passionnante pour le développement durable ! Le Ministère des Petites et Moyennes Entreprises (MINPMEESA) et le Bureau Régional de l’INBAR pour l’Afrique Centrale ont signé un protocole d’accord pour promouvoir le secteur du bambou et du rotin au Cameroun. Le Village Artisanal Spécial de Mbalmayo a reçu des équipements essentiels pour renforcer la capacité des artisans locaux. Ce partenariat soutient le développement socio-économique des communautés et met en valeur le potentiel du bambou et du rotin pour une croissance durable. Une exposition spéciale a présenté plus de 30 artisans et leurs créations innovantes à base de bambou. Ensemble, construisons un avenir plus vert ! #DéveloppementDurable #Bambou #Rotin #Partenariat #Innovation https://lnkd.in/gcqX5mQg https://lnkd.in/gw5TMZcb https://lnkd.in/gWcvhMPp https://lnkd.in/gKMXXzeK https://lnkd.in/ge_xSrz4 https://lnkd.in/gdXyJMMA https://lnkd.in/gNcbcv-C

The Government of Chad, in partnership with INBAR, has successfully validated the Bamboo Value Chain Analysis Report. This milestone, celebrated at a workshop on August 8, 2024, at the Centre International de Formation et de Perfectionnement (CIFOP), marks a significant step in developing Chad’s bamboo sector. The report provides essential insights into the bamboo industry, from resource distribution to market dynamics, aiding the government's efforts in sustainable development. INBAR remains committed to supporting Chad in harnessing bamboo's economic potential, contributing to environmental conservation and socio-economic growth. #SustainableDevelopment #Bamboo #Chad #INBAR

🎋 **Chad Validates National Bamboo Resource Assessment!** 🎋 On August 7, 2024, Chad's government, with INBAR's support, validated its national bamboo resource assessment at CNRD. The workshop, attended by key officials and stakeholders, marked a significant step in leveraging bamboo for sustainable development. INBAR's Regional Director, Rene Kaam, reiterated INBAR's commitment to supporting Chad's bamboo sector. The validated report provides crucial data on bamboo resources, aiding projects focused on nature conservation and economic growth. This milestone underscores the strong partnership between Chad and INBAR in promoting eco-friendly development. #SustainableDevelopment #Bamboo #INBAR #Chad #EnvironmentalConservation #EconomicGrowth

🌿 **Empowering Cameroon through Bamboo: International Study Tour Highlights** 🌿 From July 13-20, 2024, the International Bamboo and Rattan Organization (INBAR) and PADFAII organized an enriching international study tour for Cameroon's government development agents in Beijing and Anji, China. This initiative aimed at transferring technology, increasing investment, and sharing successful bamboo sector experiences. Key participants from MINADER, MINEPDED, SOWEDA, and SONAMINES explored diverse bamboo enterprises, from small and medium-sized factories producing bamboo fans and crafts to large-scale companies focused on eco-friendly products. Highlights included visits to the Anji Yuelong Fan Factory, Zhejiang Huameng Environmental Protection and New Materials Co., LTD, and the Anji Bamboo Expo Park. The tour fostered knowledge exchange and partnerships, equipping Cameroonian policymakers, development managers, civil society leaders, private sector entrepreneurs, smallholder farmers, and women with valuable insights. These experiences are set to drive sustainable bamboo sector development in Cameroon, enhancing ecological restoration and livelihoods around Waza, Benoue, and Kimbi-Fungom national parks. Let's harness the power of bamboo for a greener, more prosperous future! 🌍🌱 #Bamboo #Sustainability #TechnologyTransfer #Cameroon #INBAR #PADFAII #EcologicalRestoration #GreenEconomy #LivelihoodImprovement

🌟 **INBAR Showcases at SIARC 2024!** 🌟 From July 22-30, 2024, INBAR proudly participated in the 8th International Handicrafts Exhibition of Cameroon (SIARC) in Yaoundé. Highlighting innovative bamboo and rattan products, our 18-square-meter booth attracted over 2,000 visitors. This event emphasized the potential of bamboo for sustainable development and eco-entrepreneurship. H.E Achille Bassilekin III praised the craftsmanship and reiterated support for the sector. Through the ACREGIR project, we aim to foster eco-entrepreneurship among youth and women, contributing to Cameroon's National Development Strategy 2020-2030. #SIARC2024 #INBAR #Sustainability #BambooCrafts #EcoEntrepreneurship #Cameroon

Pollution du Plastique-Cameroun : Le bambou et le rotin comme outils de substitution L’Organisation Internationale du Bambou et du Rotin (INBAR) et les administrations sectorielles camerounaises y ont réfléchi ce 12 avril 2024 au ministère des Relations Extérieures. https://lnkd.in/gyTUbBuR