THE CORPORATE AWARDS WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP SUMMIT TO ENCOURAGE WOMEN TO TAKE LEAD CORPORATE ROLES...

In line with the first Corporate Awards in Cameroon, FabAfriq Magazine is organising a “Women in Leadership Summit” scheduled for the 8th of December 2016 at Pullman Hotel from 10:30 am.  

Women’s contributions in decision making positions are no longer discussed in terms of equality but in terms of effectiveness and value adding results, this is the reason why the summit is organised with a great line-up of women to discuss what works for them and how you can make it work for you.

The Corporate Award Women in Leadership Summit will recognise the innovator in women and will seek to encourage them to take the lead roles in the corporate world. Most often, discussions and analysis about women as leaders in business focus on directors, CEOs, and to a lesser extent, the ordinary employees. Targeting women from all walks of life, this initiative aims at guiding the women on best leadership practices that will impact career progression. It is all about the women kindling the dexterity in each other, sharing their experiences and strategies, and getting inspired by what others have done and are doing.

The time has come for women to explore and tap on their leadership potentials. 

Please follow the link to register for FREE and be part of this event: 

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-corporate-awards-women-in-leadership-summit-tickets-28523585813?aff=eac2

For information contact

Communication Director 

Cedric Kamgna 

cedric.kamgna@fabafriq.com

Communication Assistant 

Binta Kila

binta@fabafriq.com

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FABAFRIQ MAGAZINE PUBLISHER AMONGST SEVEN LEADING WOMEN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UNOCA...

The UN Security Council continues to act out on its resolution 1325 which states the important role women have to play in “the prevention and resolution of conflicts, peace negotiations, peace-building, peacekeeping, humanitarian response and post-conflict reconstruction.” This was the thrust behind the recent two-day gathering in Douala, Cameroon of key female figures in the print magazine industry in the Central Africa region by the United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA). The women came together on the 1^st and 2^nd of November 2016 for a roundtable to deliberate on launching the first media platform in the sub-region for women.

The discussion focused on “women, security and conflict management”, a rather timely subject, giving the present situation in this sub region, characterised by increasing and recurrent peace and security challenges. The vital social role played by the media cannot be overemphasized in times of crisis, in keeping the population informed, hence the justification behind UNOCA’s initiative in this venture.

Seven influential media professionals from different African nations were brought together by UNOCA to propel this initiative, amongst whom was Adeline Sede, the publisher of awards winning FabAfriq Magazine representing Cameroon. It was a moment of exchange of experiences and proposing solutions for the emergence of women in the development of a professional and responsible editorial in favour of conflict prevention and peacebuilding.

The major outcome of this roundtable is the launch of the network of “Female Publishers for Peace and Security in Central Africa” (Femmes Editrices pour la Paix & la Sécurité en Afrique Centrale; FEPSAC), headed by strategic figures in the media, with the seven ladies present for the roundtable as founding members. Joining FabAfriq’s Adeline Sede were Ms. Melisa Bendome of Gabon’s “African Leading Ladies”, Ms. Nioni Masela of RDC’s “Optimum Magazine”, Ms. Peace Hillary Tumwesigire of Rwanda’s “Family Magazine”, Ms. Librada Ela Asumu of Equatorial Guinee’s EWAISO Magazine, Venicia Guinot of Congo-Brazzaville’s Tropics Magazine and Mrs. Achta Saleh from Chad. Also present to help facilitate this launch were key players from UNOCA Mr Karna Soro, Chef de la section politique, Ms Mirielle Tushiminina, Ms Ecoma Alaga and Axelle Dzikongo.

The founding members are charged with the responsibility to provide expert advice and promote conversations around topics that favour the participation of women in the media sector in equal conditions, for building and maintaining peace in Central Africa.

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THE FIRST CAMEROON CORPORATE AWARDS WITH FABAFRIQ MAGAZINE AT THE HELM...

“Celebrating high-achievers in the Cameroon Corporate world. Celebrating organisations who exude positive change, innovation, create role models and provide a platform for people to excel.”

For the first time in Cameroon, companies will be recognised for excellence in people management. The Corporate Awards scheduled for 8-9 December 2016 at the Pullman Hotel in Douala intends to promote companies which inspire change, innovation, acting role models and provide a platform for people to excel. This concept initiated by FabAfriq PR and supported by reputable organisations seeks to work in partnership with companies understanding the need for progress, community spirit, corporate social responsibility, employee engagement, empowerment… It is an HR driven initiative and has a strong aspect of marketing best practices.

“We believe the time has come to cash on the wealth of successful organisations by recognising best practices and setting enduring human resource standards”, says the President of the Board of Directors, Perrial Jean Nyodog. 

The organising team have carefully thought through and classified the research into six categories: Customer Service (with a focus on internal customer services), Corporate social Responsibility, Investor in People, Gender Equal Opportunities, Most Innovative Companies and Employer of Choice.

Every company in Cameroon registered under the Ohada system, with over 50 employees, physically located in Cameroon, consent to providing relevant information to the research team and indicate the category under which it tends to take part is hereby invited to participate in this game changing event.

This is the time to place Cameroon where it rightfully belongs in the corporate world. 

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VIOLA LLEWELLYN COVERS FABAFRIQ MAGAZINE'S INSPIRATIONAL ISSUE...

Co-founder and President of Ovamba Solutions, Inc. Viola Llewellyn graces the cover of FabAfriq magazine. The inspirational interview gives her insight and opinion on business, women issues and life in general. 

With a world of experience gained from various roles at: Unisys Corporation, IBM, KPMG Consulting, BearingPoint Rothschild’s, and many others, Viola has gained powerful leadership skills which she has called upon on numerous occasions.

Viola is quite an inspirational figure, making countless contributions to the growth of the African business world. Her historic journey in both the corporate and the business world is a great resource pot to tap into. Her global achievements urged us to dig further, unearthing her struggles and how she overcame them. Viola’s is a remarkable story worthy of FabAfriq Magazine’s Inspirational Issue and most especially the COVER.

In her interview with FabAfriq magazine, the bold and fearless Voila encourages every woman to take the bull by the horn and face every challenge with bravery. Get inspired to step out of the ordinary and dream beyond the present, as she rightly puts it: “We are here to build the foundation for those unborn and for Africa’s legacy to be returned to what it was always going to be – the cradle of mankind.”

About Viola Llewellyn

Viola Llewellyn is the Co-founder and President of Ovamba Solutions, Inc. Ms. Llewellyn oversees the execution of strategy, daily operations, marketing and new business development for Ovamba. She and her team also work closely with investors and African Civil Society Groups. Her previous consulting roles have been in the health care, technology, media, education, security and communications fields. Ms. Llewellyn has over fifteen years of project management and consulting experience from the technology and Government sectors in the United States.

About FabAfriq Magazine

FabAfriq is a unique concept quarterly magazine, offering information on African culture and lifestyle. The magazine's objective is to challenge and dispel the myths and stereotypes surrounding Africa and its peoples, providing a fresh angle that is often glazed over by other media channels. It is printed and distributed in the UK, Cameroon, some parts of Europe and America including major African cities as well as online via www.fabafriq.com. A digital version is also available worldwide. Over 20,000 copies are sold through other channels, such as hotels, resorts and health centres.

The demographic is interested in African development, culture and lifestyle. It inspires innovation across the continent and within its peoples, expatriated or otherwise. FabAfriq also strengthens new and existing brands through articles and events. 

The main themes of the magazine are: career, socio-economy issues, fashion, tourism, beauty, events, cuisine, health, culture, sports, humanitarian work, celebrity spotlight, business, parenting etc.

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FABAFRIQ MAGAZINE NOMINATED BEST MEDIA AT CAMEROON OSCARS AWARDS 2015...

FabAfriq Magazine has been nominated Best Media at the upcoming Cameroon Oscars Awards in the UK also known as La Nuit Des Oscars UK. The magazine which seeks to inspire, inform, innovate and entertain is requesting that you cast your votes in their favour to make this possible by clicking on the link below.

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A PICNIC MOMENT WITH THE BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL CAMEROON LADIES...

So the BBCL page on Facebook represents the Bold and Beautiful Cameroon Ladies who all share one thing in common – ambition. They are all ambitious in their personal projects with the overall aim of changing the culture and entertainment and even business sectors in Cameroon.

Here is a short summary from Créscence Elodie, the creator of the page about a chill out event which was organised last weekend. Happy reading!!

Nous avons compté parmi nous, les représentantes de MyMaud Agency, de ModeMaison PR, de Fabafriq, First Class Management, ainsi Rose Rita (designer d’accessoires ethno-chic), Michelle Carine (décoratrice), Manuela exerçant dans la cosmétique, Max, photographe professionnel (ah oui un homme,  pourquoi pas ?) et bien d’autres encore ne faisant partie ou non de la famille BBCL, mais des personnes avec des projets forts.

Cette rencontre a été l’occasion d’une part de  mettre un visage sur les membres les plus actives du groupe (ce que nous attendions toutes d’ailleurs) et d’autre part de discuter dans un cadre chaleureux et détendu de nos différentes activités, et ambitions.

C’est dans cette optique que ModeMaison PR nous a exposé des produits de son show-room (produits cosmétiques de marque…), Fabafriq, (par Monalisa et Binta) nous a fait un discours sur les thèmes abordés dans ce magazine (une très belle revue avouons-le, cela dit un peu plus de français nous ferait bien plaisir pour une meilleure implantation locale). First Class Management par Créscence Elodie nous a parlé de son concept de conciergerie de luxe, MyMaud Agency par Tatiana, agence d’hôtesse d’accueil s’est présentée,  nous avons aussi pu découvrir Manuela avec son projet de site de recensement de tous les prestataires de service de beauté (il fallait y penser), la décoratrice événementielle Michelle Carine, la créatrice d’accessoires en pagne Rose Rita, et même des hommes étaient de la partie.

Au-delà du coté réseautage de cet échange, ce fût un moment de rires,  de partage, qu’il serait agréable de renouveler et nous espérons être cette fois plus nombreuses.

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Among those present at the BBCL picnic chill out were the representatives of MyMaud Agency, ModeMaison PR, Fabafriq, First Class Management, Rose Rita (designer of ethno-chic accessories), Michelle Carine (decorator), Manuela (cosmetics), Max a professional photographer (oh yes a man, why not?), and many others who are not always part of the BBCL family online but who still do have excellent personal projects.

This meeting was an opportunity on the one hand to put a face on most of the active members of the group (what we expected in organising this event) and also discuss in a warm and relaxed atmosphere our activities and ambitions.

It is in this light that ModeMaison PR exhibited some if its showroom products (cosmetics), Fabafriq represented by Monalisa and Binta gave a speech on the topics covered in their magazine (sure it’s a good  magazine but we francophones, would like a little bit more French in it!). First Class Management represented by Créscence Elodie reported about her luxury concierge concept, MyMaud hostess agency represented by Tatiana presented also. We also discovered Manuela with her website project for beauty providers, we discovered the decorator Michelle Carine, the accessories designer Rose Rita, and even men were part of the event.

Beyond the networking side of this exchange, it was a time of laughter and of sharing. It would be nice to renew this event and hopefully make the attendance numbers even more great.

Pictures from the event below... 

And that is it folks!!

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