Femicide case in Cameroon exposes protection gaps for women

There’s been a sharp rise in the killing of women in Cameroon — and it’s triggered public outrage and pressure on the government to act.

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The killing of 44-year-old Cameroonian caterer Crescence Beguel has intensified concerns over rising femicidein Cameroon. Her family says she was lured to a hotel in Yaounde with the promise of work, where she was later found murdered. As investigations continue, activists, community leaders and lawmakers are calling for stronger action, including a specific law against femicide. While the government says steps are being taken to protect women, campaigners argue that impunity and harmful gender stereotypes continue to fuel violence against women across the country.

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