Cameroon
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Kumba
Nestled in the heart of the Meme department in the Southwest Region of Western Cameroon, the vibrant city of Kumba, colloquially known as “K-town,” stands as a testament to both historical richness and modern development. This bustling metropolitan area has captured the attention of residents from neighboring villages like Mbonge and has emerged as a melting pot of culture, commerce, and history. With its diverse population and strategic location, Kumba…
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Ngaoundéré
Ngaoundéré, also known as N’Gaoundéré, is the capital of Cameroon’s Adamawa Region. It had a population of 152,700 in 2005, but according to the film “Les Mairuuwas – Maitre de l’eau” produced by the University of Tromsø, the population has rapidly increased to 1,000,000 as of October 2016. This growth can be attributed to mass immigration from the Central African Republic and concerns about security due to Boko Haram activities…
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Garoua
Garoua, also known as Garua or Garwa in Fula, is a port city and the capital of the North Region of Cameroon. It is located on the Benue River and is a vibrant hub for the textiles and cotton industries. As of 2020, the city had approximately 1,285,000 inhabitants, primarily from the Fulbe/Fulani ethnic group. Historically, Garoua was founded in the early 19th century by the Fulani emir Modibbo Adama…
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Maroua
Maroua is the capital of the Far North Region of Cameroon. It is located in the foothills of the Mandara Mountains, on the banks of the Ferngo and Kaliao Rivers. The city had a population of 301,371 in the 2005 Census. It is a major commercial centre for the region. It is home to a number of markets, including the Maroua Grand Marché, which is one of the largest in…
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Bertoua
Bertoua is a city in the East Region of Cameroon. It is the capital of the Lom-et-Djerem department and the largest city in the region. Bertoua is located about 350 kilometres east of the capital, Yaoundé. The city was founded in the early 20th century by French colonial forces. It was originally a small trading post, but it grew rapidly in the following decades. Bertoua became a regional capital in…
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Bafoussam
Bafoussam, situated in the Bamboutos Mountains, is the capital and largest city of the West Region of Cameroon. It is the third most financially significant city in Cameroon, after Yaoundé and Douala. The Urban Community of Bafoussam, a decentralized territorial collectivity, was established by the Presidential Decree N° 2008/022 of January 17, 2008, and comprises three communes: Bafoussam I (Bafoussam proper), Bafoussam II (Baleng), and Bafoussam III (Bamougoum). At the…
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Bamenda
Bamenda is a city located in the Northwest Region of Cameroon, which is a country located in Central Africa. It is the capital of the Northwest Region and is sometimes referred to as the “Switzerland of Cameroon” due to its hilly and mountainous terrain. Bamenda is home to a diverse population, with many different ethnic groups living in the city. The economy of Bamenda is largely based on agriculture, with…
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Buea
Buea is a city located in the Southwest Region of Cameroon, a country in Central Africa. It is the capital of the Southwest Region and is situated at the foot of Mount Cameroon, the highest mountain in Central and West Africa. Buea had a population of approximately 300,000 people in 2013 and is known for its mild climate and beautiful scenery. Located in Fako Division, it was formerly the capital…
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Douala
Douala is a city and seaport located in the Littoral region of Cameroon, which is a country in Central Africa. It is the largest city in Cameroon and serves as its economic capital. Douala is located on the Wouri River, about 160 km west of Yaoundé, the political capital of Cameroon. It is a major commercial centre and the hub of the country’s transportation network. The city has a bustling…
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Yaoundé
Yaoundé is the capital city of Cameroon, located in the central region of the country. It has a population of over 3 million people and is the second-largest city in Cameroon after Douala. The city was founded in the late 19th century as a German colonial outpost, and it became the capital of Cameroon after the country gained independence from France in 1960. Today, Yaoundé is a major economic and…