Cameroon

Cameroon is a country in Central Africa. It is called Africa in Miniature because it has nearly every type of landscape found on the continent. From beaches to deserts to rainforests to mountains, Cameroon has it all.

Land and People

About 28 million people live in Cameroon. The capital is Yaounde. Mount Cameroon is the highest peak in West Africa. The country has tropical forests, savannas, and a coast on the Gulf of Guinea. The north has dry grasslands near the Sahel.

Writing from a special language created in Cameroon.
Writing from a special language created in Cameroon. (Wikimedia Commons)

Culture and Fun Facts

Cameroon is one of the most diverse countries in Africa with over 200 languages. Soccer is the favorite sport and the Indomitable Lions national team is very strong. Ndole, a bitter leaf stew, is the national dish. Both English and French are official languages.

Fun Facts

  • Cameroon has over 200 different languages.
  • Mount Cameroon is an active volcano and the highest peak in West Africa.
  • Cameroon is called Africa in Miniature because it has all of Africa's landscapes.

Did You Know?

Cameroon is one of only a few countries in the world with both English and French as official languages. The western part speaks English and the eastern part speaks French. This makes Cameroon a unique bridge between different African cultures.