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Cameroon

River Cleanup Cameroon

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Introduction

River Cleanup has been active in Cameroon since 2020 and have seen our impact grow over the years. By connecting with many volunteers, associations and communities we were able to raise awareness on plastic pollution and spark the transition to a better tomorrow. .Β 

Our current goal is to validate the Clean River Model in Douala and show it actively leads to plastic-free rivers.

Our Clean River Model

The Clean River Model is our open-source theory of change for plastic-free rivers. It is comprised of three pillars and three enables. Through this model we aim to turn off the tap on new plastic pollution and clean up existing plastic pollution most effectively and cost-efficiently. Below you can find out how we implement our Clean River Model in Indonesia. For more information on the model, visit the Clean River Model page.

Empower people

Empower people

We organize monthlyΒ River Cleanup DaysΒ to raise awareness about plastic pollution and encourage community action. We also take part in international events likeΒ World Environment DayΒ andΒ World Cleanup Day.
Although we didn’t run theΒ school programΒ this year, it was active in the past two yearsβ€”engaging students and teachers as ambassadors to collect plastic and reduce waste.
We are also working withΒ community leadersβ€”including CBO leaders and eldersβ€”to build local ownership. We’ve already collected key lessons from three communities on this community-led approach.

Prevent pollution

Prevent pollution

We’ve deployedΒ EcoBinsΒ in schools (as part of the school program). Even though the program didn’t run this year, schools are still using the bins, and we continue collecting the waste.
Materials areΒ sorted at our MRFΒ (Material Recovery Facility) and then sold to recyclers for processing.

Accelerate change

Accelerate change

We are currently gatheringΒ data and insightsΒ from assessments to inform authorities about pollution sources. We also engage them during cleanup events and when deploying EcoBins to gain their support and approval.

Assessment

Assessment

We’re conducting aΒ baseline assessmentΒ across three rivers in our action zone. This includes stakeholder analysis, identifying plastic leakage characteristics, and measuring plastic volume. These help us understand root causes, river conditions, and existing interventions.

Planning & financing

Planning & financing

Based on the assessment, we’re developing an action plan (currently ongoing) and settingΒ KPIsΒ to monitor and evaluate progress.

Monitoring & evaluation

Monitoring & evaluation

We focus on tracking the progress and effectiveness of the Clean River Model interventions by regularly monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluating outcomes against established baselines.

River Cleanup Cameroon in numbers

336
Events
18β€―384
Warriors
1β€―790β€―030
kg recovered

Join a Cleanup

Did you know the River Cleanup Community is organizing cleanups all over the world, including Cameroon? In many cases the organizer provides cleanup material and guidance… so you only need to show up and get involved. Several times a year we have large globalΒ  events happening such as World Cleanup Day, the #10MinChallenge and monthly River Cleanup Days.

Check out the calendar below for upcoming events or take a look at the map to get a good view of actions around the world!

Organize a cleanup!

You can also organize your own cleanup! It can be just you alone or you can involve friends, colleagues, local schools and/or community members… You set the time and locations and organize the event however you want. For more information, you can visit our 'How to organize a cleanup' page. We promise it's easier than you think!

To organize a cleanup right away, click the button!

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Organize your own cleanup

Start by giving your cleanup a name and fill in your email address so that we can identify you or let you create an account in a later step.

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Team

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    Lucien Yoppa

    Project Lead Cameroon

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    Ruth Ebelle

    Operations Officer

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    Jordan MBABOU

    Cleanup Crew Lead

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    TrΓ©sor KOHOL

    Daily Cleanup Crew Officer

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    Wilfrid NGASSAM

    Daily Cleanup Crew Officer

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    ALAVAR

    Daily Cleanup Crew Officer

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    Guy Soup

    Driver

News

Open vacancies in Cameroon

🌊 Join our mission to save the Wouri river!🐟

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to make a real difference?

Be part of a committed team working hands-on to *protect and restore the Wouri river!*


🚨 We’re Hiring!

3 Academic Interns / Volunteers

πŸ“… Duration: 4 months (starting June)

πŸ•“ Commitment: 4 days per month

🌱 Join our river assessment team – collect field data, gain experience, and contribute to real environmental impact.

✨ Whether you're looking to gain hands-on experience, support a cause, or just love nature, we’d love to have you on board!

πŸ“² Interested?

Reach out to us via WhatsApp ONLY (+237 690074768) for more info and to apply.

Deadline: 30 June 2025

Let’s clean, protect, and preserve – together for clean rivers πŸ’™

3 ways to contribute to this project

Join a cleanup

Join a cleanup

Have a look on the map above or at the upcoming events. Many cleanups are organized around the world. Find one close to you and join the cleanup!

Organize a cleanup

Organize a cleanup

Thinking about doing your own cleanup? Register it here on the website so other people can see it. You can also upload photos and share your experience with the River Cleanup community.

donate

donate

You can make a one-off or monthly donation or organize a fundraiser, for example for your birthday, wedding or an important sport event. Your contribution enables us to achieve our mission by cleaning rivers, change behavior and transforming organizations.