Cameroon is located in the continent of Africa. Cameroons
capital city is Yaound. The official languages that are spoken
there are French and English. The population in Cameroon is
22,534,532 (2013) The largest city is Douala
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The countrys national symbols include: The Countrys Name, The
National Anthem, The National Colors (Flag), Coat of Arms, Official
Languages, National Day, Currency. The predominant faith in
Cameroon is Christianity which is practiced by 2/3 of the of the
population. Islam is the second major faith practiced by 1/5 of the
population. Traditional faiths are also practiced though such as
Catholic 40%, Protestant 30%, Muslim 18%, None 6%, Folk 3%, and
Other 3%.
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National Day is a holiday celebrated on May 20 th for their
independence from France, although Cameroon has no set day of
independence considering different parts of the country was made
independent at different times, they chose May 20 th for the
celebration day to commemorate President Ahmadou Ahidjo 's
abolishment of the federal system of government and creation of a
unitary country in 1972.
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Cameroon Highlanders: Bamileke and Bamoun take upCameroon
Highlanders: Bamileke and Bamoun take up about 38% of the
population The coastal tropical forest people include Douala,
Bassa,The coastal tropical forest people include Douala, Bassa, and
many other smaller groups take up aboutand many other smaller
groups take up about 12% of the population. 18% of the southern
tropical forest population is made up of18% of the southern
tropical forest population is made up of Edwondo, Bulu, Fang, Maka
and *Pygmies (which are formally known as Baka now). Fulani account
for 14% of the populationFulani account for 14% of the population
Kirdi account for about 18% of theKirdi account for about 18% of
thepopulation Cameroon has a huge population consisting of about
250 ethinic groups. With that being said I will only name a
few:
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Values, Beliefs, Norms o At meetings you have to greet people
with handshakes or their name. o Serving and graciously receiving
food is an important symbol of hospitality and trust throughout the
country. o Education values include the importance of learning by
example and through play and imitation of the tasks of adults.
Children are taught to observe shrewdly but remain reserved and
practical in what they report. o Gifts are given with two hands or
the right hand only; never the left hand. o The home is private. Do
not ask for a tour. o Many Cameroonians eat with their hands,
although foreign guests may be offered cutlery.
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Economy Gross Domestic Product: $53.162 billion (2014) Gross
Domestic Product: $53.162 billion (2014) Jobs: At least 70% of the
population still works in agriculture. Though Cameroons economy has
been growing steadily, jobs in the formal sectors are hard to find
and unemployment is high. Even when people have work, average wages
are low and the working week is normally over 50 hours, with one
day off. The minimum legal age for employment is 14 years. But in
rural areas, it is common for young children to work on family
farms.
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HISTORY The earliest inhabitants of Cameroon were probably the
Baka (Pygmies). They still inhabit the forests of the south and
east provinces. Bantu speakers originating in the Cameroonian
highlands were among the first groups to move out before other
invaders. The Mandara kingdom in the Mandara Mountains was founded
around 1500 and erected magnificent fortified structures, the
purpose and exact history of which are still unresolved. The Aro
Confederacy of Nigeria may have had presence in western (later
called British) Cameroon due to migration in the 18th and 19th
centuries. Beginning on July 5, 1884, all of present-day Cameroon
and parts of several of its neighbours became a German colony,
Kamerun, with a capital first at Buea and later at Yaound.
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Conflict YAOUNDE, 21 February 2014 (IRIN) - Recent arms
seizures and arrests of traffickers in Cameroons Far North Region
have highlighted the escalating insecurity caused by Boko Haram in
neighboring Nigeria and the impact of the unrest in the Central
African Republic (CAR) and SudanYAOUNDE, 21 February 2014 (IRIN) -
Recent arms seizures and arrests of traffickers in Cameroons Far
North Region have highlighted the escalating insecurity caused by
Boko Haram in neighboring Nigeria and the impact of the unrest in
the Central African Republic (CAR) and Sudan. Security threats in
the Far North Region include kidnappings, the undocumented movement
of foreigners, and the influx of refugees from CAR, Chad, Nigeria
and Sudan. Officials fear refugee camps may conceal militants or
become targets for attack.Security threats in the Far North Region
include kidnappings, the undocumented movement of foreigners, and
the influx of refugees from CAR, Chad, Nigeria and Sudan. Officials
fear refugee camps may conceal militants or become targets for
attack.
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The Cameroon flag has a star and three colors; green for
vegetation, red for independence and yellow for sunshine. The
Cameroon flag has a star and three colors; green for vegetation,
red for independence and yellow for sunshine. Cameroon is one of
the wettest lands on the earth with annual rainfall of about 1028
cm. Cameroon is one of the wettest lands on the earth with annual
rainfall of about 1028 cm. Interesting Facts
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General Information Croatia is located in the continent of
Europe. The capital and largest city of Croatia is Zagreb. The
majority language is Croatian but some also use Czech, Hungarian,
Italian, Ruthenian, Serbian and Slovakian. Croatias population is
4.267 million (2012)
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General Information Con. Marten is the national animal of
Croatia.Marten is the national animal of Croatia. The Iris croatica
is the national flower of Croatia.The Iris croatica is the national
flower of Croatia. The Slavonian oak is the national tree of
Croatia.The Slavonian oak is the national tree of Croatia. Their
Coat of Arms, Presidential Flag and Country Flag are also all
symbols.Their Coat of Arms, Presidential Flag and Country Flag are
also all symbols. The main religions of Croatia are Roman
Catholicism (86.28%), Orthodox Christianity (4.44%) and Islam
(1.47%).The main religions of Croatia are Roman Catholicism
(86.28%), Orthodox Christianity (4.44%) and Islam (1.47%).
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Epiphany Falls on January 6, is a Christian feast day that
celebrates the revelation of God, the Son, as a human being in
Jesus Christ. Western Christians commemorate principally (but not
solely) the visit of the Magi to the Baby Jesus, and thus Jesus'
physical manifestation to the Gentiles. Eastern Christians
commemorate the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River, seen as his
manifestation to the world as the Son of God.
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SUBCULTURES 90.4% Croats 4.4% Serbs 5.2% others / unspecified
Croatias Subcultures arent as diverse as Cameroons were but I did
find three:
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Values, Beliefs, Norms The family is still the basis of the
social structure. The extended family is the norm and relatives
remain quite close with both the mother and the fathers sides. The
family provides its members with a social network and assistance in
times of need. Croatians will take in elderly parents rather than
send them to a nursing home. The weekends are considered family
time. Direct and straightforward talk is valued in Croatia, however
there is also an emphasis on choosing your words correctly and
being diplomatic so as not to cause upset
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Economy GDP: $80.620 billion (2014) There are 84 elementary
level and 47 secondary level music and art schools, as well as 92
schools for disabled children and youth and 74 schools for adults.
Nationwide leaving exams There are 205 companies, government or
education system institutions and non-profit organizations in
Croatia pursuing scientific research and development of technology
The population is covered by a basic health insurance plan provided
by statute and optional insurance.
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History Croatia, at one time the Roman province of Pannonia,
was settled in the 7th century by the Croats. They converted to
Christianity between the 7th and 9th centuries and adopted the
Roman alphabet under the suzerainty of Charlemagne. In 925, the
Croats defeated Byzantine and Frankish invaders and established
their own independent kingdom, which reached its peak during the
11th century. A civil war ensued in 1089, which later led to the
country being conquered by the Hungarians in 1091. The signing of
the Pacta Conventa by Croatian tribal chiefs and the Hungarian king
in 1102 united the two nations politically under the Hungarian
monarch, but Croatia retained its autonomy. In 1990, free elections
were held, and the Communists were defeated by a nationalist party
led by Franjo Tudjman.
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Conflict During World War II, Croats joined the Nazis in
exterminating Serbs and others. The Serbs took up arms -- and
hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians were killed on both
sides. Josip Broz Tito, a partisan leader, led the resistance
against the Nazis, ultimately driving them from Yugoslavia. In June
of 1991, Slovenia and Croatia declared independence. Fighting soon
began as the Yugoslav army, consisting primarily of Serbs, tried to
prevent Slovenia from establishing its own border posts.
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Preference I feel that I dont prefer one culture over the
other. Cameroon and Croatia are both unique and beautiful places in
their own way. I guess I can say living in Croatia wouldnt be so
shocking compared to Cameroon but I do prefer where I live over
both of the places!
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