People & Languages

The North-West Region is home to a large and culturally diverse population. Its communities include many indigenous groups, each with their own languages, customs and histories.

English is the region's dominant official language, alongside Cameroon Pidgin English used in daily life. Many indigenous languages are spoken across the region's fondoms and communities, including those associated with the Nso, Kom, Bafut, Bali Nyonga, Oku, Mankon and many others.

We do not attempt to provide a definitive list of every language here. Communities themselves are the most reliable source of information about their languages and their names.