Cameroon: « We Ring the Bell » 2026 Campaign Launched to Promote Inclusive Education | CRTV – Cameroon Radio Television

The Minister of Social Affairs, Pauline Irène Nguene, reaffirmed government commitment to inclusive education, stressing ongoing reforms and the need to fight stigma and discrimination while promoting collective responsibility in supporting learners with disabilities.

She noted that the global campaign, backed by the Liliane Foundation, has mobilised stakeholders in over 100 countries in support of Sustainable Development Goal 4, with Cameroon continuing efforts to improve access and learning conditions for children with special needs.

The Secretary of State at the Ministry of Basic Education, Asheri Kilo Vivian, highlighted that the 2024 inclusive education policy aligns with the National Development Strategy 2020–2030 and targets at least 25% access to quality inclusive education for persons with special needs by 2028.

Despite these commitments, some parents say financial challenges such as transport and school support services remain barriers, calling for stronger assistance to ensure full participation of children with disabilities in education.

Egoh Yvonne (Intern)