WFAC Joins Nationwide “Waka-Waka-4-Peace” on Pan-African Women’s Day

From the Communities to the Streets: Cameroon Women March for Peace & a United Voice 

Buea, Cameroon — July 31st, 2025
 On the occasion of Pan-African Women’s Day, Women for a Change (WFAC) Cameroon joined thousands of women and girls across the country in a symbolic march titled “Waka-Waka-4-Peace”. This nationwide event, held simultaneously in all ten regional capitals of Cameroon, celebrates women’s leadership in peacebuilding and honors their efforts in promoting resilience, healing, and national cohesion.

Far from being a protest, the Waka-Waka-4-Peace march is a public recognition of the everyday work women are doing to build peace — from homes to policy tables. Organized under the umbrella of the Cameroon National Women’s Convention for Peace, the movement has grown into a formidable platform of over 1,800 women and girls across 81 organizations, representing over 30 socio-professional categories — from buyer sellams and roadside vendors to academics, ecofeminists, business owners, students, and civil society leaders.

Wfac E.d with community peace champions as they lead the peace walk in Buea

“We cannot champion the peace process without the voices and the lived realities of women,” said Dr. Zoneziwoh Mbondgulo-Wondieh, Executive Director of WFAC.
“Women are not just victims of conflict — they are also peacebuilders, leaders, and experts. They build peace in their homes, in their communities, and they can build peace in the nation. We call on the government and parties in conflict to include women in all peace processes if we truly want long-lasting peace.”

This year’s march focused on gender justice in peacebuilding — centering the voices of young girls and women, especially those often left out of decision-making spaces.

Voices from the Ground

“Gender justice in peacebuilding means promoting equality in leadership and all aspects of society — both for males and females.” — Young participant from Buea

“It’s ensuring that all individuals, regardless of gender, have equal access to rights, opportunities, and resources.” — Youth activist

“True peacebuilding includes protecting and empowering women, young girls, and marginalized identities who are often most affected by conflict, yet least represented.” — Community youth voice, Buea

“For me, peacebuilding means having the tools and opportunities to participate in shaping the peace of our nation.” — Miriam, History student at the University of Buea

“Gender justice in peacebuilding should involve students coming together to maintain peace.” — Portia, university student

A National Movement

Since its founding in 2021, the Cameroon National Women’s Convention for Peace has worked relentlessly to promote an inclusive peace framework, rooted in community, compassion, and accountability. The “Waka-Waka-4-Peace” march on Pan-African Women’s Day is a powerful symbol of what is possible when women rise — together — with one vision: peace.

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