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North-West Region

Discover Cameroon's North-West Region

One of Cameroon's ten administrative regions and one of its two predominantly English-speaking regions.

The North-West Region is one of Cameroon's ten administrative regions and one of the country's two predominantly English-speaking regions. Its capital is Bamenda. The region forms part of the Cameroon Western Highlands and is widely recognised for its mountain landscapes, fertile valleys, grasslands, traditional fondoms, agriculture, crafts and cultural diversity.

The region covers approximately 17,300 square kilometres. It is home to a large and culturally diverse population.

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Division

Boyo

Capital: Fundong

Boyo is a mountainous division known for dramatic highland scenery, fertile agricultural communities and the cultural heritage of the Kom area and neighbouring communities.

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Administrative structure

Divisions
7
Council / subdivision areas
34
Regional capital
Bamenda

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