Regent Chief Tabe Besong of Kembong Supports Over 200 Widows in Kembong, Manyu Division

Kembong, Cameroon — Over 200 widows in Kembong Village, Eyumunjock Sub-Divdivision Manyu Division of Cameroon's Southwest Region, have received financial assistance from Regent Chief Nne Moh. Tabe Besong, in a gesture aimed at helping vulnerable women cope with their daily challenges.

Each beneficiary received 50,000 FCFA, providing some immediate relief to women who say they continue to face economic and social difficulties.

Chief. Tabe Besong, who is also President of the South West Manyu Cocoa Farmers Cooperative, said the gesture was motivated by compassion for mothers he considers to be struggling and in need of support.

He said he was not seeking anything in return, but asked the women for just one thing, to remember him in their prayers as he goes through what he described as difficult moments.

The beneficiaries expressed gratitude, with some saying they had felt abandoned and forgotten by members of their own families.

For the widows, the assistance came as an unexpected gesture of kindness, restoring hope and reminding them that they are not completely alone.

The initiative has also highlighted the difficult realities faced by widows in rural communities and the importance of community solidarity and support for vulnerable families.

Ogumoko Clinches Football for Peace Tournament.

After Penalty Shootout Ogumoko have winners of the Football for Peace Tournament, defeating Ntenako in a dramatic final that was decided by penalties.

The two sides battled to a draw in regulation time before Ogumoko prevailed in the penalty shootout to lift the trophy.

Ogumoko FC went home with 2 million FCFA as first prize, while Ntenako received 1 million FCFA as runners-up. Individual prizes were also given.

The final also provided an opportunity for speakers to underline the importance of using football as a tool for peacebuilding, reconciliation and community cohesion in conflict-affected communities.

Who is Chief Tabe Besong Richard?

Chief Tabe Besong Oben Richard is the Regent Chief of Kembong in Eyumojock Subdivision, Manyu Division, South-West Region of Cameroon. He is also the President of the Manyu Cocoa Farmers Union, a position through which he has been involved in advocating for cocoa farmers in the division.

Under his leadership, the Manyu Cocoa Farmers Union was revived in 2023 after having existed for several years. The union has focused on helping farmers overcome challenges such as transporting cocoa to markets and accessing agricultural chemicals and other inputs.

In July 2024, Chief Tabe spoke during a cocoa season preparation meeting in Ekok, where he said the union was working to support farmers and encouraged members to respect state institutions and relevant regulatory guidance. He also called for government support to reduce the burden of purchasing farm inputs.

He has also used his position within the farming community to appeal to youths still carrying arms in the bushes to drop their weapons and seek reintegration through disarmament centres, presenting agriculture as an avenue for rebuilding livelihoods and communities affected by the crisis.