Recycling plastic bottles in Yaoundé and Douala is urgently needed to address the mounting plastic pollution threatening both cities. Cameroon produces around 600,000 tonnes of plastic waste each year, much of it from single-use bottles discarded in streets, drains, and waterways. This waste blocks drainage systems, causing deadly floods and spreading disease, while also harming the environment and public health. Despite government bans on single-use plastics, enforcement remains weak and recycling rates are low. Initiatives led by local organizations and youth groups have shown that collecting and recycling bottles not only cleans the cities but also creates jobs, reduces carbon emissions, and provides raw materials for new products. Expanding plastic bottle recycling in Yaoundé and Douala is essential for a cleaner, healthier future and for empowering communities to take charge of their environment.

Sustainable farming is increasingly vital for the Baka people in the East region of Cameroon as they adapt to life beyond traditional hunter-gathering. With deforestation and land loss limiting access to ancestral forests, many Baka communities now rely on agriculture for food and income. Embracing sustainable techniques such as agroforestry and organic farming helps protect soil, conserve biodiversity, and ensure long-term food security. These methods also allow the Baka to diversify crops and maintain their cultural connection to the land while facing environmental and social pressures. Sustainable farming empowers the Baka to strengthen their livelihoods and preserve their unique heritage for future generations