Cécile Guéret

Cécile Guéret (born 1954) is an activist and politician in the Central African Republic. She served as mayor of Bangui from 2000 to 2003. A trade unionist and women's rights advocate, she was previously president of both the General Union of Central African Workers and the feminist organization OFCA. Quotes “In the Association of Francophone Mayors, I am one of the few women serving in a capital city. Yet women have a right to this position. With determination, we can do better than men.” Afrik.com “I preferred to make the place available for the benefit of the population, expatriates, and young people who cannot afford private Internet access.” Afrik.com “I am convinced that, through existing networks, it is possible to improve the situation of African women in general and Central African women in particular.” Afrik.com “Through this ceremony, women want to take the lead in reconciliation and break down the barriers erected by the recent crisis.” MINUSCA “The city hall is like a company that has to be managed.” Afrik.com External Link Category:1954 births Category:Living people Category:Anti-war activists Category:Central African Republic people