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Programmes & activities

Training, conferences, projects and outreach that advance the profession across Cameroon.

National Scientific Conferences

Held annually, bringing together laboratory professionals from across Cameroon for research, learning and networking — 22+ held since 2002.

Annual

Biomedical Laboratory Science Day

Celebrated every April, with related workshops held at regional and district levels nationwide.

Annual

Workshops & Continuing Professional Development

Delivered with partner higher institutions in Cameroon and abroad, coordinated by the CPD Project Committee (a chairperson, secretary, and member).

Ongoing

Institutional & Laboratory Visits

Visits to training institutions and public/private laboratories for specific professional assignments — including working sessions, workshops, and Quality Management engagements.

Ongoing

Rapid Intervention

Massive screening, data collection and analysis during epidemics, disasters, and the emergence or re-emergence of diseases of public health importance — guiding prompt, evidence-based response by policymakers.

As needed

Institutional Partnerships

Official collaboration with Cameroon's Ministry of Public Health since 2012, and affiliation with IFBLS and ASLM. See the About page for details.

Ongoing

Permanent Secretariat, Conference Hall & Research Center

Under construction in Tiko, South West Region — launched November 2025 — to give CAMELS its first permanent national headquarters. See the Gallery for site photos.

In progress
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Activities in action

CAMELS 2025 — 21st NSC & 23rd GAD Meeting, 30th Anniversary

CAMELS 2025 — conference highlights

More videos to be added as they're confirmed.

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Regional branches & chapters

CAMELS operates through regional chapters that coordinate local activities and represent members nationwide. See the Leadership page for photos of each regional president.

Littoral South West Centre North West West
RegionRegional President
LittoralMr. Mohmbadhagle Ngangchi Smella
South WestMr. Nzang Franklin A.
CentreMr. Chin Eric N
North WestCalvin Bisong
WestNangasaka Adolph Batia