LEFE urges Parliament to adopt a law against feminicides and a Family Code

Author: camer.bePublished on: June 17, 2026Country: Cameroon

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LEFE urges Parliament to adopt a law against feminicides and a Family Code

LEFE (Women's League for Equality) urges the Cameroonian Parliament to adopt a law criminalizing feminicides and a Family Code ensuring equal rights. The organization denounces legislative inaction amid rising violence against women. It calls for urgent awareness among deputies to protect victims and prevent further tragedies.

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