Nyem-Nyem Festival

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As a famous festival and widely-awaited festival, Nyem-Nyem Festival is held in July in Ngaoundéré, a city in the Adamawa region, and this festival is held to commemorate the resistance movement of the Nyem-Nyem people against German control. The locals came out in full force, showing their support for those who fought for the independence of the region. The event is marked by cultural dances full of traditional costumes.


The annual Nyem-Nyem Festival in Adamawa traces the people's heroic resistance against German incursions into their land. Celebrations include traditional dances, choral music, handicraft exhibits, a canoe and race parade, and a carnival. Another popular festival in Cameroon is the Nyem-Nyem Festival and the celebration includes shows of traditional song and dance.


  • Organization time: July every year
  • Location: Adamawa, Cameroon
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