Ngoketunjia

Malaria and typhoid are common problems in Ngoketunjia. Visitors are advised to carry insect repellent, mosquito nets and to not drink untreated water.

HIV/AIDs is widespread. So visitors are advised to be careful.

talk

Ngoketunjia falls within the Anglophone North West Province of Cameroon and therefore English is widely spoken.

However, the region is unique due to the diversity of native languages and each village has its own language.

As such a mix of English/French and the native languages Pidgen is widely spoken.

respect

A no smoking order was adopted nationwide. So although smoking is not prohibited, it is discouraged in public spaces

Crossing legs is perceived to be a sign of disrespect. Therefore when with elders you should not cross your legs. Women are perceived to be inferior to men, and so when in the presence of men, women should not cross their legs

The Fon is of elevated status and therefore cannot be touched by ordinary people. Therefore when meeting the Fon, do not shake his hand. The Fon should be greeted with a traditional greeting which the locals will teach the visitor bowing down to the Fon is the most acceptable and respectable manner

When shaking hands with a more senior person, it is common to touch the elbow of the right hand with the left hand

When eating with an elderly person, you can´t watch your hands when the elderly person is still eating or you beg for permission to do it

Dressing is conservative

contact

The village of Bamunka has one public internet centre - this is the only internet centre in the division.

police

Policing is done by the police force and gendarmes responsible for national security.

As such checkpoints of the police and gendarmes is common along highways. Visitors should always ensure that they carry their ID or certified copies and yellow fever certificate.

Also, bribery and corruption is very common among the police and the bus drivers