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Cameroon: our action in 2023

In Cameroon, the ICRC deploys protection and assistance programs for people and communities affected by consequences of armed conflict and violence in the Far North, North-West and South-West regions, often in collaboration with the Cameroon Red Cross (CRC), its privileged operational partner.

In the Far North region, the ICRC has a sub-delegation in Maroua and an office in Kousseri. It has a sub-delegation in Buea in the South-West region and a subdelegation in Bamenda in the North-West region.

Here is an overview of the key facts and figures for the ICRC's work in Cameroon in 2023.

68 810 persople
171 744 patients
52 590 people
9438 people
78 000 people
1154 family members
21 places of detention
1042 people

To find out more about our work in Cameroon in 2023, take a look at our facts and figures.

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People deprived of their liberty are protected under international humanitarian law

Even in war, people who are detained must be treated humanely and with respect for their dignity. International humanitarian law sets clear rules for their protection - covering their treatment, conditions of detention and contact with their families. The ICRC visits people in detention to ensure these rights are respected. During visits, our delegates speak privately with detainees, assess conditions and share confidential recommendations with the authorities. Our goal is simple: to make sure humanity is upheld, everywhere.

Find out more about our work to help people in places of detention