LABOUR HONOUR MEDALS : Orange Cameroon celebrates the loyalty and excellence of 252 employees

(LVDE) — The solemn ceremony, chaired by the Minister of Labour and Social Security, was held in Douala at the Sawa Cultural Palace on the occasion of the 6th edition of the Labour Honour Medals awards, which also marked the operator’s 25 years of presence in Cameroon.

On 17 December 2025, the Sawa Cultural Palace in Douala hosted a major moment of social recognition. Orange Cameroon celebrated the commitment of its employees during the 6th edition of the Labour Honour Medals award ceremony. Presided over by Grégoire Owona, Minister of Labour and Social Security, the event brought together executives, partners and staff in a heartfelt tribute to loyalty and professionalism.

Out of a total workforce of 770 employees, 252 workers were honoured this year. This recognition comes at a special time for the company, which is celebrating a quarter-century of operations in Cameroon. A symbolic milestone, marked by a desire to acknowledge those who—often behind the scenes—have helped build and strengthen Orange’s leading position in the telecommunications market.

Speaking at the event, Orange Cameroon’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr Patrick Benon, praised the central role played by these employees in the company’s journey. He recalled that behind technological and commercial performance are women and men who, for some more than two decades, have ensured service continuity and supported the sector’s evolution for the benefit of customers.

The distribution of awards reflects the diversity of career paths recognised. Twenty-seven gold medals were awarded to employees with more than 25 years of service. In addition, 84 vermeil medals honoured careers exceeding 15 years, while 163 silver medals went to staff with over 10 years of seniority. Beyond the figures, each decoration tells a story of consistency, professional excellence and a strong sense of collective commitment.

In his address, the Minister of Labour highlighted the significance of the Labour Honour Medal as a mark of national recognition for exemplary workers. Grégoire Owona also called for balanced social dialogue, urging fair consideration of employees’ expectations while commending the company’s economic and social performance. He further congratulated Orange Cameroon on its efforts to improve service quality and promote the integration of young graduates into the workforce.

More than a simple ceremony, the medal awards underscored the importance of human capital in corporate success. Through this tribute, Orange Cameroon reaffirms its commitment to the values of merit, loyalty and recognition at the heart of its sustainable development strategy. Raphael Mforlem