On the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the Organization for the Harmonization of Business Law in Africa (OHADA), the Ministry of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, Social Economy and Handicrafts (MINPMEESA) reaffirms its commitment to promoting a business-friendly legal environment that supports the growth of SMEs and the development of Cameroonian entrepreneurs.
The commemorative ceremony, chaired by OHADA Permanent Secretary Professor Mayatta Ndiaye MBAYE, was attended by the Minister, Achille BASSILEKIN III, who highlighted the strategic role of the organization in strengthening legal certainty for businesses and promoting economic integration across Africa.
Key highlights of the celebration:
Cameroon’s strategic role: The Minister emphasized the importance of OHADA’s headquarters in Yaoundé, reflecting Cameroon’s commitment to legal and economic integration across the African continent. Recognition of entrepreneur status: Under the leadership of Minister Achille BASSILEKIN III, MINPMEESA is working towards the recognition of entrepreneur status in Cameroon. This initiative aims to strengthen the protection of economic actors, recognize their contribution to wealth creation and sustainably improve the living conditions of people operating in the popular economy. Renewed partnership: The Minister congratulated the OHADA Permanent Secretary and his team for their efforts. He also expressed the Cameroonian Government’s appreciation to the technical and financial partners supporting the organization in carrying out its mission.Through this commitment, MINPMEESA seeks to contribute to a modern, secure and inclusive legal framework that encourages business formalization, SME growth and entrepreneurship.
Together, let us make business law a driver of competitiveness, job creation and shared prosperity in Africa!