#BBCL2014 NETWORKING EVENT @LE MERIDIEN

PRESS RELEASE FOR BBCL MEET UP EVENT  30TH DECEMBER 2014

 Venue:  Le Méridien, 35 Avenue des Cocotiers, Douala, Cameroon

 The Bold & Beautiful Camer Ladies (BBCL) group was established with the intention of bringing together young and dynamic Cameroonian ladies who are very active worldwide in promoting their business activities, mainly on social media. The group currently has over 400 members located around the world with a potential reach of over 600,000.

 BBCL is a diverse group of young Professionals who are experienced in:

*Banking, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Energy, Telecommunications, International Relations, Publishing, Marketing & Public Relations, Project Management, Information Technology

*Entrepreneurs in Fashion Design, Interior Decoration, Hair & Beauty, Business Consulting, Marketing & Public Relations, IT Consulting, Event Planning,  and Project Management

*Bloggers in Fashion & Lifestyle, Hair & Beauty, Entertainment, Business, Technology, with focus on Cameroon, Africa & Worldwide

 The first Meet Up/Networking Event is scheduled to take place on December 30th at Le Méridien in Douala, Cameroon.  The event aims to foster networking between young professionals, entrepreneurs, bloggers, media and entertainment personalities and cooperate sponsors.

The BBCL Meet-Up is an opportunity to meet, exchange ideas, educate and to create awareness about the different activities, perspectives and importance of blogging and Cameroonian women on social media. This is primarily to participate in a community promotion, display strong support, share a collective vision among members and partners and economic actors for the development of Cameroonian women bloggers and enhance the image and culture of the country.

Sponsors & vendors will showcase and/or sell their products & services in a mini exhibition and have them reviewed by bloggers.

 We are proud to present to you our Sponsors and Vendors.

 GOLD SPONSOR:

 Baileys

 BRONZE SPONSOR:

Madiba Consultants

MadibaCo (Madiba Consultants Limited) is a consultancy formed in January 2014 with the primary objective of providing business and IT assistance to businesses and organisations in the CEMAC (The Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa) region during this critical period of technological and economic development in the economic community. With global experience across industries like banking, insurance, retail and telecommunications, MadibaCo has a network of seasoned consultants in business process management, enterprise architecture and transformation management. MadibaCo offers this pool of knowledge and experience to CxOs, business owners and governments to help define, plan and implement IT strategies that align with the long term business strategies they are being pushed to make.

Website: http://madibaconsultants.com/

Our OTHER SPONSORS include a variety of companies, businesses and bloggers that will provide their services and/or will be providing us with amenities for the BBCL Meet Up event.

  

Our MEDIA PARTNERS will be providing media support during the BBCL Meet Up event.

Our VENDORS will showcase their products and/or services at the BBCL Meet Up event

The ORGANIZERS

Event Hashtag #BBCL2014Event

 EVENT PROGRAM

• Meet & Greet/Exhibition/Cocktail Hour – 14 :00 – 16 :30
• Welcome Speech
• Presentation of BBCL-Ladies  and Sponsors
• Presentation : Blogging & Effective Collaboration with Businesses and Entrepreneurs
• Panel Discussion
• 1st Guest Artist
• Fashion Show
• 2^nd Guest Artist
• Thank You/Networking/Event Close

 Check the IRepCamer FaceBook Page. For more information on our organizers, sponsors & vendors.

Get your tickets for the hottest networking event this December. #TrendCamer 

 Be sure to check it out if you are in Douala. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you and yours

Y.M
IRepCamer 

GIVING BACK: THE MISSY BK FOUNDATION LAUNCHES IN CAMEROON WITH THE GIFT OF EDUCATION TO FIVE ORPHANS

       THE AWARD WINNING AFRO POP SINGER

         MISSY BK GIVES THE GIFT OF EDUCATION TO FIVE ORPHANS IN CAMEROON.

The Missy BK Foundation, launched last September 8^th, is a non-profit organization which seeks to inspire and empower underprivileged children, orphans and families living in the Republic of Cameroon in Central Africa.

The Founder, Constance Bih Kimal, aka Missy BK, is a young, vibrant, multi-talented artist whose hit single “My Baby” made waves across Africa, Canada, America and Europe, airing on MTV base , RTI 2, Canal 2, STV, Boom TV,  DBSB TV, Radio stations and news papers. Included in her success story also is her 1^st  single “Set Me Free” which earned her Best Female Artist of the Year in Canada at the HNSS Excellence award. She says she has always dreamed of starting a non-profit organization to help the less privileged back in her home Cameroon and she gained the confidence to do so after she became a successful performing artist.

With two hit singles under her belt and a passion for helping the less fortunate, the Afro pop artist Missy BK used money gained from her first Canadian tour to kick-start her foundation in early 2014, by giving the gift of education to five orphans selected from the Helping Hands Children’s Home Orphanage, who needed financial assistance to further their education.These students have proven that they have what it takes to reach their full potential and become key players in creating a peaceful and successful Africa. The Missy BK foundation also donated a laptop to ACCESSLE childcare learning centre situated in Yaoundé the capital of Cameroon. This laptop facilitated   the pupils and students in this institution with access to computer studies and online learning.

The Missy BK  Foundation partners with local community leaders, orphanages and educators in Cameroon to identify girls and boys who are gifted, eager to learn and financially challenged and  work to achieve sustainable impact in these communities by finding and funding hard-working students from rural areas. It’s clear to see that the root to poor education in Cameroon comes from the high rate of poverty ravaging the country. Parents especially the less privileged ones are unable to afford to pay tuition, buy text books and other school needs for their children due to the high rate of unemployment in the country. The outbreak of HIV and Aids also left many children orphans at a very young age.  This foundation provides educational support to orphans that include merit-based scholarships, annual tuition fees, uniforms, personal supplies, and food and learning materials. This basic support allows motivated students to immediately access higher quality education and set them on the track for success.

Out of her love of volunteerism, the Missy BK foundation has since continued to blossom with a lot of activities helping to uplift the Cameroonian society. After talking to Missy BK, this is what she had to say concerning her voluntary act of giving back to the society. “I give not because I have much but because I know exactly how it feels like to have nothing.”

Missy BK’s mother is an important inspiration for her philanthropy. “My mother taught me, I don’t have to wait until I have millions to start helping people, she told me it’s not how much I give but it’s the love that I put into what I give that matters and a little something given to someone could make a big difference in their lives.” Says Bk.

The foundation serves Cameroonians through three major initiatives: The Education and Sponsorship program, Supplies for School program and the Make-A-Wish program: For a child living with a life-threatening medical condition, a wish brings hope, strength and joy. The entire wish process – from the anticipation, to the wish itself, and the memories that it creates – provides a welcomed diversion for children undergoing difficult medical treatments. A wish can also be a positive experience for families in challenging times.

Missy BK is inspiring and her outlook to life is different, her humble and humanitarian acts and passion is an inspiration for many youths to follow. Which also abides with this saying“Love is not patronizing and charity isn't about pity, it is about love. Charity and love are the same -- with charity you give love, so don't just give money but reach out your hand instead.”- Mother Teresa

Never underestimate the difference YOU can make in the lives of others. Step forward, join the Missy BK foundation, reach out and help.

Additional information about Missy BK Foundation can be found at:

Contact Info

Missybkofficial@gmail.com 

https://www.facebook.com/constancebk

https://twitter.com/Missybkofficial

Telephone:0015149002449

​New Music Video : ​

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcSvtRioAs4

Thumbs up Missy BK..This is one of the best gifts you can give anyone. More grease to your elbows..To many more gift. To many more from where this came from..All the best to the MissBK Foundation.

It's Christmas..Share some cheers with amazing gifts!

Y.M.
IRepCamer

CAMER EVENTS GALORE

Hello people..Holiday and events season has been open in Camer since last week.As usual lots of events. Lots "holiday makers", "Bushfallers", "Forestfallers" are buzzing around..For find taxi sef na die..lol! I know there are 1001 weddings, cry dies, anniversaries...But here are some events worth checking out. 


SIPEC 3 - DOUALA 

STYLE & BEAUTY BRUNCH - DOUALA

THE FRENCHKIND 237 TOUR - Next stops BAMENDA, DOUALA & YAOUNDE

SHOP N CHILL - YAOUNDE

 HIPHOP FESTIVAL - DOUALA

SOIRÉE CHIC PAGNE - DOUALA 

BBCL MEET UP - DOUALA

Please check more information and updates, http://www.maischna.de/ . Stay tuned for ticket info

Will be starting my end of year series soon!! Stay tuned for updates on my FB page https://www.facebook.com/irepcamer

Y.M.

IRepCamer

IT's A WRAP : SAY NO UNiTE #ENDVIOLENCEAGAINSTWOMEN

Today is the last day of the Orange Campaign. SAY NO UNiTE #End Violence Against Women

Previous Posts

Prelude

Day #1

Day #9


There is no better way to end this Orange Campaign than Rocking an orange pencil skirt to work today  + 2 of my Fav Musings & Rant Bloggers + My Fav Htown Blogger +  My Punjabi effect ladies on different continents + Picture Collage.

Yours Truly this morning..lol

Monique Kwachou, blogs about her Musings, rants and thoughts

Pretty Nde, blogs at Find Palava Woman

My Fav HTown Blogger AT, @ Glow by MOnAT's Blog

And my 3 ladies in 3 Countries on 3 different continents with the Punjabi effect...lol

This video playlist of different videos is amazing

In conclusion, with this quote by UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon  urges everyone to take action "Break the silence. When you witness violence against women and girls, do not sit back. Act"

Thank you to everyone who participated in this campaign in one way or another. Say No UNiTE #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

Y.M.
IRepCamer

COOKING WITH TERESE BAKEWARE SET GIVEAWAY

Hello people..Giveaway season is really on.. 

 IRepCamer GiveAway #2 is sponsored by Cooking With Terese, who is promoting healthy cuisine as a lifestyle. 'cause "Eating healthy doesn't have to be boring.

Terese Tande of CWT

OK this giveaway is resctricted to those in North America...Sorry people..It is a big package!!

a Rafflecopter giveaway


All the options in the giveaway are mandatory. Make sure you visit all pages (even if you have already liked) to increase your chances of winning.

OK Raffling..Lol..Goodluck!!

Y.M. 
IRepCamer

INSPIRED: LINDA ARREY & SYLVIA WEBB ON THE SAMY PRISO SHOW

Hello people..It's inspired 411 again. Atlanta based founder, CEO & president of W.I.L.D.E, Linda Arrey & 40 Girls and some shoes, Executive Director, Sylvie Webb, were on the hot seat on The Samy Priso Show. Their communities activities brought them together and the rest is history..

W.I.L.D.E (Women in Leadership, Development and Empowerment)
Women in Leadership Development and Empowerment, Inc. (WILDE) is a membership based leadership non-for-profit organization made up of a unique network of professional women from diversified backgrounds and experiences who aim at enhancing women’s skills and involvement at all levels of society. Our goal is to positively impact the lives of men, women and children of all ethnicities while creating better communities through our innovative approaches, network of women and services.

W.I.L.D.E. main goal is to enhance and empower better communities

40 Girls & Some Shoes

40 Girls and Some Shoes goal is to literally aid women, children and men who are taking that all important first step into a new life by providing them with new and gently worn shoes.

In addition to organizing our own shoe drives and fundraisers, we strive to make our mark by partnering with other beacons throughout the United States (shelters, ministries and government agencies) in their longstanding efforts to end homelessness.

On the heels of a woman is organization which brings together women in the non profit sector. 

I love the idea of community based leadership and empowerment. Watch and listen to these amazing ladies.

Thumbs up ladies. Great initiatives..To many more empowered community based activities.

Y.M.
IRepCamer

#INSPIRED:3 LADIES IN CAMER FASHION FEATURED IN GENERATION NOW

Hello people..spreading some good vibe this Christmas season

3 Ladies promoting female creativity in the own way in Camer were recently featured in Generation Now

Diane Audrey Ngako of thacrunch.com & visiterlafrique.com

Kibonen Nfi of Kibonen NY

Sarah Divine-Garba of Maison D'Afie

Thumbs up ladies. Keep flying the #237 flag high

Y.M.
IRepCamer

WASAFIX: A MOBILE APP SOLUTION FOR CAMER NUMBERS CONVERSION

What?

 Wasafix is a mobile app that serves as a response to the problems posed by the current change of phone numbers in Cameroon. On the 21st of November 2014, all Cameroon numbers switched from 8 to 9 digits. The change requires addition of "6" (for MTN, Orange & Nexttel) or “2” (For Camtel) to a contact to make it 9 digits. Interestingly, an average person has about 80 to 100 contacts, and manually adding "6" or “2” to 100 contacts can be a really painful task and time wasting activity in 2014. As a matter of fact, a smarter move will be using an app to go through your address book, and prepend a "6" or “2”to all Cameroon phone numbers. That is exactly what wasaFIX does. It goes through your contacts, and updates the MTN, ORANGE & NEXTTEL numbers ‘only’ in a flash to reflect the new changes. The app does not update Camtel numbers because the addition process for Camtel occurs differently for the 29 different departments in the 10 different regions in Cameroon. It’s way too complicated and it’s better done manually to avoid many errors. wasaFIX is a polymorphic app, with versions for most Android phones, phones supporting Java, Blackberry, and iPhone.

As of the release date, 21st November, the app has been tested on the following devices:

BlackBerry 9900 (v5.1.0.485), 9300 v6.0.0.534, 8520 v5.0.0.681, BlackBerry v7.1, Alcatel-OT-800/1.0, SonyEcrissonW350i/R10BA015, Nokia2330c-2/06.46, HUAWEI HUAWEI Y300-0100, Samsung Galaxy Pro B7510, Nokia210, SonyEricssonW580i, Nokia6280, Alcatel OT-585, Nokia N97, NokiaE71, Nokia203, Blackberry 9900 and all supporting bb5 - bb9, SpreadTrum6530, LG-C299, ALPS SM-G900H, Nokia700, BenQ Maui E800, LG-KP500-Orange, NokiaX2-01/08.70, TECNO T722, Huawei G6600, Nokia303, Nokia6280, ALCATEL_ONE_TOUCH, ZTE-G-X991-Rio-orange, Huawei_G7220, NokiaX6-00, TECNO TECNO M5, Nokia E72-1

A couple of versions can be downloaded from the official site: http://wasafix.net

The android version is also available on Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wasamundi.wasafix

Blackberry world link: http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59946215/?lang=en&countrycode=CM

The iOS version is still under review in the app store.

When?

The idea was conceived some time in the month of October (when ART made the announcement on billboards), by the founders of Wasamundi, Ltd. The team saw a problem and decided to ‘fix’ it. Feasibility studies were carried out, a strategic team was set up and the app development began in the first week of November. Eventually, the first version of the app for Blackberry and Android were published on the 21st of November 2014.

Who?

So who is the amazing crew behind this very practical app?? It is a Wasamundi-Kwata TV developers collabo!!

Quincy Kwende (Software Developer, Wasamundi)

Nara Laurence (Software Developer, Wasamundi)

Clifford Ako (Marketer, Wasamundi)

Brian Mesembe (Software Developer, Kwata TV)

Horace Fonkwe(Business lawyer, interested in IT)

How it works?

The cycle starts by downloading a suitable version of the app from either the site(http://wasafix.net) or the app stores. It's a free app. So users do not pay for downloads. However, it costs 200 FCFA to activate the app, and make it convert all available MTN, ORANGE, NEXTTEL Cameroon numbers in a phone book (SIM and Phone). With that said, here are the 3 main steps in using the app:

1. Download app from wasafix.net or via Google Play (Anroid users), or Blackberry World  (Blackbery users) or AppStore (iPhone users).

2. Run wasaFIX.

3. Activate wasaFIX and Convert all contacts.

For more inquiries about wasaFIX email: support@wasafix.net or call help center on +237671663636.

You can also leave a message on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wasafix

For more about Wasamundi visit http://www.wasamundi.com/static/about