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Cameroon has a rich and diverse culture made up of a mix of about 250 indigenous populations and just as many languages and customs. The country is nicknamed "Little Africa" as geographically, Cameroon consists of coastline, mountains, grass plains, forest, rainforest and desert, all of the geographical regions in Africa in one country.
The following list of Cameroonian artists (in alphabetical order by last name) includes artists of various genres, who are notable and are either born in Cameroon, of Cameroonian descent or who produce works that are primarily about Cameroon. See other articles for information on Cameroonian Culture
Cultural history of Cameroon (1 C) L. Languages of Cameroon (5 C, 308 P) M. Mass media in Cameroon (5 C, 3 P) N. National symbols of Cameroon (1 C, 4 P) O.
However, after Cameroon's independence, the government recognised traditional dance as part of the nation's culture and made moves to preserve it. Traditional dances follow strict choreography and segregate dancers based on age, occupation, sex, social status, and other factors. Some dances require special costumes and props such as masks or fans.
The Bassa people are primarily speakers of the Bassa language, which belongs to the Bantu language family. Their language serves as a vehicle for preserving their cultural heritage, oral traditions, and storytelling. Elders play a crucial role in passing down the wisdom and history of the Bassa people through oral narratives.
The Afo-A-Kom is a life-size beaded wooden figure said to be the most sacred item in the kingdom. It was stolen in from the Laikom palace in 1966 and then sold to a New York art dealer. The Cameroon Government was aware of the Afo-A-Kom's location in 1973 and immediately demanded that the possessor, the Furman Gallery, return it.
Pages in category "Ethnic groups in Cameroon" The following 58 pages are in this category, out of 58 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Akunakuna;
Christianity is the majority religion in Cameroon, with significant minorities of the adherents of Islam and traditional faiths.. Cameroon is officially a secular country. . Christian churches and Muslim mosques of various denominations operate freely throughout Cameroon, while the traditionalists operate in their shrines and temples, which are also becoming popular