Manyu (department)

Manyu is a department in the Southwest Region of Cameroon. Its capital is Mamfe. The department is divided into several subdivisions, each headed by a subdivisional officer.

Geography

Manyu is located in the southwestern part of Cameroon. It is bordered to the north by the Lebialem department, to the east by the Kupe-Manenguba department, to the south by the Ndian department and the country of Equatorial Guinea, and to the west by the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Subdivisions

Manyu is divided into several subdivisions, including Akwaya, Mamfe Central, Eyumojock, Upper Banyang, Tinto, and Lower Banyang. Each subdivision is headed by a subdivisional officer.

Economy

The economy of Manyu is largely based on agriculture, with cocoa, coffee, palm oil, and bananas being the main crops. The department also has significant timber resources.

Culture

The people of Manyu are predominantly of the Bantu ethnic group. The main languages spoken in the department are Mundani, Kenyang, and Denya.

Education

Education in Manyu is overseen by the Ministry of Basic Education and the Ministry of Secondary Education. The department has several primary and secondary schools, as well as a few vocational training centers.

Health

Healthcare in Manyu is provided by a number of health centers and hospitals, including the Mamfe District Hospital. The department also has several private clinics.

See also

• Communes of Cameroon
• List of Governors of Southwest Region (Cameroon)