Northwest Region (Cameroon)

The Northwest Region is a region in Cameroon. The capital city is Bamenda.

Northwest Region
Location of the Northwest Region within Cameroon
Location of the Northwest Region within Cameroon
Coordinates: 6°20′N 10°30′E
CountryCameroon
CapitalBamenda
Area
  Total17,300 km2 (6,700 sq mi)
Population
 (2015)
  Total1,968,578
  Density110/km2 (290/sq mi)

The Kilum-Ijim Forest, Menchum Falls, and Lake Oku are in the region.

There are 7 departments:

  • Boyo
  • Bui
  • Donga-Mantung
  • Menchum
  • Mezam
  • Momo
  • Ngo-Ketunjia (Ngoketunjia)
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