Makossa, in particular, went global thanks to stars like Manu Dibango, whose hit “Soul Makossa” influenced Michael Jackson and other Western artists.

Cameroonian dance is energetic,symbolic, and diverse. Dances like the Njang(of the Kom people)or Lamban (Fulani)are used to celebrate births,rites of passage, & festivals.

Spoken word and oral traditions remain powerful.Griots, elders, and performers pass history through proverbs, folktales, & praise songs—keeping memory alive across generations.