Yaounde. “Cameroonian success story”, Guiding Hope, an environmentally and socially responsible producer of apiculture products, celebrated its receipt of a 2008 SEED Award with an awards ceremony at the US Embassy in Yaounde, followed by partnership workshops, and bilateral meetings with potential supporters in Cameroon.

These events not only highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship in achieving poverty reduction and environmental conservation goals while providing a forum for Cameroonian entrepreneurs, but also showcased the local knowledge and skills of Cameroon's native beekeepers.