Northwest

The Northwest Region spans 17,300 square kilometers with diverse geography including mountains, valleys, and numerous river systems at 1,565 meters elevation.

The territory transformed from a British Cameroons area to a region of modern Cameroon in 1972 through national administrative restructuring initiatives.

The population includes Tikar and Ngemba communities who maintain traditional ceremonies featuring specific music, dances, and clothing across seven distinct divisions.

Agriculture forms the economic foundation of the region, with farmers cultivating maize, cassava, sorghum, and millet as primary food sources.

The region operates under a decentralized system with elected councils representing citizens while maintaining traditional leadership structures in local communities.

Location: Cameroon

Inception: 1972

Capital city: Bamenda

Elevation above the sea: 1,565 m

Shares border with: Adamawa, West, Southwest

GPS coordinates: 5.96139,10.15167

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:44