Greetings fam.
I'm considering Cameroon after very convincing and inspiring conversations with an elder here who has lived and plans to return to Cameroon. Doing research on the country now and, while its early yet, I'd be lying if I said I'm not quickly warming to the possibility. Is anyone considering Cameroon? Know of any repats to Cameroon? Any info about life in Cameroon would be much appreciloved.
You speak French?
I don't know anyone who has repatriated there, but I have a sistar-friend who lives in New York from Cameroon. Her immediate family lives in France though. I'll connect with her and find out if maybe she knows anyone who has repatriated.
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QuoteAkua Ma'at;51704 wrote: Greetings fam.
I'm considering Cameroon after very convincing and inspiring conversations with an elder here who has lived and plans to return to Cameroon. Doing research on the country now and, while its early yet, I'd be lying if I said I'm not quickly warming to the possibility. Is anyone considering Cameroon? Know of any repats to Cameroon? Any info about life in Cameroon would be much appreciloved.
Cameroon is in the list for me only on the basis that I feel that somehow my roots are in this area. It is silly though when I think about it. Someone who could practically be my twin states that she traced her roots back to Cameroon..and since this conversation I have always looked at the globe wondering.
I have become realistic with myself and realize that I will never know, but I have ruled out certain parts of Western Kmt just based on the fact that my gut and experience with certain individuals from these parts confirm that this is not my "tribe"
I am sorry that my response does not give you more concrete logistics, but I say go where your inner spirit moves you. It will always be the right thing at the right time.
@ Kala - no, I'm not fluent in French right now. Meda ase for contacting your friend.
@ NyameNti - I know how you feel @ connection, gut feeling kwk. I think there's much to be said for not ignoring those 'gut feelings'.... our ancestors speak to us through those feelings. I'm curious to know what parts of western Kmt you've ruled out so far.
@ Akua Ma'at- That Western Tip of Kmt for me shall I say-will not be on my list of an 'extended stay'
(i.e. Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, ect)...Nonetheless, I have good thoughts on Senegal-tall phenotype and those that I have encountered
don't apologize for being Kmtyw-I respect this a great deal.
My decision will be based on spiritual guidance. Thus far my eyes are looking farther right.
As I mature, complete trust and reliance on my inner voice is becoming apparent.
I encourage you to continue to be bold in whatever you decide.
The land belongs to you.:Kmt:
Meda ase sis.
I am both Bamileke and Bamum. Cameroon is a beautiful country. It is Kmt in miniature. 3 of Kmt's indigenous writing systems are from Cameroon.
I must warn you though! most of the younger generation are Eurocentric idiots who don't want to speak their native tongue. It's quite sad,
MfonPtah much thanks to you for your response. Not surprised at your comment regarding the younger generation... seems to be the same all over. Do you reside in Cameroon now?
I think I have settled on cameroon, I thought Ghana was going to be the place but I think cameroon is a much better fit. I plan to be on the ground in March anyone else going soon?
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QuoteSelebrity;220168 wrote: I think I have settled on cameroon, I thought Ghana was going to be the place but I think cameroon is a much better fit. I plan to be on the ground in March anyone else going soon?
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Congrats. Wish you all the best. What changed your mind on Ghana?
"Pan-Kmtywism or Perish....." Nana John Henrik Clarke
My money goes farther in Cameroon . I can live without sacrificing water and electricity.. Also I can live in the city.
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QuoteSelebrity;220172 wrote: My money goes farther in Cameroon . I can live without sacrificing water and electricity.. Also I can live in the city.
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Congratulations and good luck!
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I leave in 2 weeks for Douala.
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QuoteSelebrity;224181 wrote: I leave in 2 weeks for Douala.
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That's awesome! Congrats!
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Congratulations once again!
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Thanks to both of you can't wait to get out of America.
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https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Cameroon&displayCurrency=USD (https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Cameroon&displayCurrency=USD)
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The oppressed, having internalized the image of the oppressor and adopted his guidelines, are fearful of freedom.
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I will be there April 1st
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QuoteSelebrity;224656 wrote: I will be there April 1st
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Exciting times..you have to post some pics once you get to Kmt....
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Yes for sure. My intention was to chronicle my journey. My emotions are to scattered.
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QuoteSelebrity;224675 wrote: Yes for sure. My intention was to chronicle my journey. My emotions are to scattered.
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I can only imagine. I am sure your spirit will be pleased with your move. We have a blog section on abibitumikasa. That might be cool to chronicle there. Wishing you the best!
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The oppressed, having internalized the image of the oppressor and adopted his guidelines, are fearful of freedom.
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