Cameroon

U.S. Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Partnership in the Southwest Region

From April 24–27, Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora completed his third visit to the Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy’s enduring commitment to peace, prosperity, and partnership with Cameroon.  The visit also highlighted the...

Cameroon: At the Confluence of Africa’s Landscapes and Cultures

On the map of Central Africa, Cameroon forms a slender triangle where the Atlantic coast meets the forests, savannahs, and mountains of the interior. Often described as “Africa in miniature,” the country’s contours...

Cameroon could do with some foreign help to solve anglophone crisis – but the state doesn’t want it

Julius A. Amin, University of Dayton - What began in late 2016 as a peaceful protest by lawyers and teachers in Cameroon’s North West...

U.S. Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Partnership in the Southwest Region

From April 24–27, Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora completed his third visit to the Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy’s enduring commitment to peace, prosperity, and partnership with Cameroon.  The visit also highlighted the lasting friendship between the American and Cameroonian people, particularly via his visits with the Paramount Chiefs of both Limbe and Buea, and his participation in the Cameroon International Film Festival (CAMIFF). Tangible Progress in Peace and Stability In his meeting with the Governor of the Southwest Region, the Ambassador emphasized the importance of peace and stability as cornerstones of sustainable development, acknowledging the government’s efforts to improve the lives of its citizens in major towns in the region....

Cameroon’s Cultural Mosaic: A Tapestry of Tradition and Modernity

In the geographic heart of Central Africa, Cameroon unfolds as a nation of contrasts—its terrain shifting from coastal mangroves to volcanic highlands, its communities...

Cameroon’s Cultural Mosaic: A Tapestry of Tradition and Modernity

In the geographic heart of Central Africa, Cameroon unfolds as a nation of contrasts—its terrain shifting from coastal mangroves to volcanic highlands, its communities weaving together centuries-old traditions with the textures of modern life....

U.S. Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Partnership in the Southwest Region

From April 24–27, Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora completed his third visit to the Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy’s enduring commitment to peace, prosperity, and partnership with Cameroon.  The visit also highlighted the lasting friendship between the American and Cameroonian people, particularly via his visits with the Paramount Chiefs of both Limbe and Buea, and his participation in the Cameroon International Film Festival (CAMIFF). Tangible...

Cameroon’s Cultural Mosaic: A Tapestry of Tradition and Modernity

In the geographic heart of Central Africa, Cameroon unfolds as a nation of contrasts—its terrain shifting from coastal mangroves to volcanic highlands, its communities weaving together centuries-old traditions with the textures of modern...

Military force isn’t the solution for Lake Chad Basin conflict: the key is rebuilding local economies

Richard Atimniraye Nyelade, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa Fatima, a fisherwoman on Lake Chad, sets out at dawn not just to...

Military force isn’t the solution for Lake Chad Basin conflict: the key is rebuilding local economies

Richard Atimniraye Nyelade, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa Fatima, a fisherwoman on Lake Chad, sets out at dawn not just to make a living from the shrinking waters, but to pay a “tax”. Before casting...

Cameroon’s Culinary Landscape: A Fusion of Tradition and Flavor

In the equatorial heart of Central Africa, Cameroon’s kitchens reflect the country’s layered identity. Often described as “Africa in miniature” for its geographical and cultural breadth, the nation’s food traditions mirror its diversity—shaped by indigenous practices, colonial legacies, and the distinct rhythms of its ten regions. From the slow-cooked...