Ly Dumas reçoit la médaille de Chevalier de l’Ordre National du Mérite Camerounais

01 - 30 June 2024

On June 5, Ly Dumas, founder and president of the NGO Fondation Jean-Félicien Gacha, was awarded the medal of Chevalier de l'Ordre National du Mérite Camerounais.

This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding contributions of Ly Dumas and the Jean-Félicien Gacha Foundation. Ly Dumas’ vision has led to sustainable solutions to educational, social and environmental challenges. Since its creation in 2002, the Foundation’s activities have significantly improved the well-being of communities, while valuing and respecting local know-how and culture.

 

This distinction is Cameroon’s second-highest honorary award, recognizing distinguished military or civilian merit to the Cameroonian nation.

 

Congratulations to Ly Dumas and the entire team at the Jean-Félicien Gacha Foundation for this honor!