POLITICAL activist and former Catholic priest Bruce Kent will be a guest speaker in Tavistock on March 5, as part of Woman's World Day of Prayer.

Adults and children are welcome at the service in the Roman Catholic Church at 2pm, where they can meet the former chair of CND, one of Britain's best known peace activists.

On March 5, more than three million people worldwide will be praying and worshipping together during an annual day of prayer, using a service prepared by Christian women in Cameroon.

The Republic of Cameroon is said to be 'Africa in miniature.'

It is a country of great cultural diversity with more than 240 ethnic groups and languages. The constitution promotes equality between men and women, but traditional rights and attitudes discriminate against women in many areas of life.

However giant steps have been taken assuring women's rights and women are involved in the struggle for peace, justice and integrity.

Cameroon faces many challenges as it seeks to move forward without losing its distinctive characteristics. Yet Cameroonians praise God with exuberance and the service will reflect this.