Bonambela Celebrates Sawa Heritage

T he Ngondo 2026 cultural caravan made a stop at Bo­ namoussadi, in the Bonam­ bela chiefdom on Sunday, November 1, to promote Sawa cul­ tural heritage and strengthen ties. The event, held under the theme “EPENE – L’Éveil” (Awakening) took place at Government Bilingual High School Akwa-Nord was a rare mo­ ment to celebrate ancestral values and Sawa identity. The occasion was also marked by the first official outing of His Majesty Dr Louis Din Dika Akwa IV since his enthrone­ ment on October 10, 2026. Activities began with a welcome address by His Majesty Edube, Chief of Bonamouang village. This was followed by artistic performances, including sketches, storytelling, cho­ ral presentations and traditional dances. Cultural talents and groups such as Ndome, Ndame and Ngando added colour to the event, high­ lighting the richness and diversity of Sawa cultural expressions. The second phase of the programme focused on the traditional and spi­ ritual significance of the Ngondo. The entrance of Mama Africa and Prince Corade Mbodi, accompanied by a song paying tribute to the an­ cestors, gave the gathering a so­ lemn touch. In his opinening address, the Pre­ sident of Ngondo and Paramount Chief of the Bassa Wouri chiefdom, His Majesty Gaston Mbodi Epee, spoke about the importance of pre­ serving ancestral traditions and promoting unity among Sawa com­ munities. He said the Ngondo cul­ tural caravan is an annual initiative ...