THE LION'S FACE

Global Diabetes Initiative (GDI), a UK, US, and Cameroon based NGO, in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Fed Fed Yaounde, hosted the highly anticipated 1st Diabetes Wellbeing Symposium. Esteemed dignitaries, including the Representative of the Minister of Public Health and the Ruler of Bali Nyonga, Dr. Doh Ganyonga III, graced the event held at Djeuga Hotel. The symposium primarily focused on addressing diabetes awareness, a growing concern worldwide. With over 10 distinguished speakers, the conference aimed to provide critical insights and promote a healthier lifestyle for individuals living with diabetes. Matilda ANDIN CHONGWA, the visionary founder of GDI, took to the stage to present the NGO's roadmap since its establishment in 2022. Her passionate speech highlighted GDI's commitment to fighting diabetes and improving the lives of those affected by the disease. Throughout the symposium, each speaker brought a unique perspective, sharing their knowledge and

  In an effort to combat the growing epidemic of diabetes and high blood pressure, the Global Diabetes Initiative (GDI), UK, US and Cameroon based NGO this Thursday November 16th 2023 organized a free screening event that successfully reached over 200 individuals. This event aimed to detect and provide necessary support to those living with diabetes, while also fostering awareness within the local community. Alongside the screenings, the association distributed free medication to patients in need. The free screening organized by Global Diabetes Initiative served as a critical step in identifying individuals at risk or already living with diabetes and high blood pressure. More than 200 people came forward to avail of this opportunity and receive a comprehensive examination. Trained medical professionals conducted various tests, including blood glucose levels and blood pressure measurements, ensuring accurate diagnosis and assessment. The screening facilitated early detection of diabetes

NGALA Desmond NGALA Country Project manager of Association civic watch  Q What is the objective of this program? The objective of this come together is first and foremost to get not only young people, give them the skills, knowledge and know how but actually to do a mixture of thier different experiences together, we are going to be looking at giving them not only skills but giving them small grants to run activities and projects within their different localities and communities  We are pushing for a youth inclusive kind of advocacy in the North West and South West regions of Cameroon, but also we are looking on getting more and more policy markers on board to work for peace in these regions, I'm happy that we've seen a lot and lot people respond to the invitation and I'm also happy that as the days go by we would be seeing the engagement that we started this morning  We are looking at building safety using the social media, but also creating community resilience between di