Southwest Region (Cameroon) Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Southwest Region
The capital Buea from the foot of Mount Cameroon
Location of Southwest Region within Cameroon
Country	Cameroon
Capital	Buea
Area
• Total	25,410 km² (9,810 sq mi)
Population (2015)
• Total	1,553,320
• Density	61.130/km² (158.33/sq mi)

The Southwest Region is a cool part of Cameroon, a country in Africa. Its main city, or capital city, is Buea. This region is also home to the amazing Korup National Park.

Exploring the Southwest Region
- The Capital City: Buea
- Nature and Parks
How the Region is Run
Food and Culture
- Local Delicacies
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Exploring the Southwest Region

The Southwest Region is located in the western part of Cameroon. It covers a large area of about 25,410 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of a small country! In 2015, about 1.5 million people lived here.

The Capital City: Buea

Buea, the capital city, sits near Mount Cameroon.

Buea is the capital of the Southwest Region. It's a busy city with a lot of history. You can see Mount Cameroon from many parts of Buea. This makes for some amazing views! The city is also home to the University of Buea.

Nature and Parks

A beautiful waterfall in Korup National Park.

One of the most special places in the region is Korup National Park. This park is famous for its very old rainforest. It has many different kinds of plants and animals. You might even spot rare birds or monkeys here! The park helps protect nature for future generations.

The region also has beautiful beaches, especially around the city of Limbe. These beaches are great for relaxing and enjoying the ocean.

How the Region is Run

The Southwest Region is divided into smaller areas called departments. Think of them like counties or districts. Each department helps manage local services and communities.

There are 6 departments in the Southwest Region:

Fako
Koupé-Manengouba
Lebialem
Manyu
Meme
Ndian

The region is led by a Governor. This person helps make sure everything runs smoothly. They work with local leaders to serve the people living in the Southwest Region.

Food and Culture

The Southwest Region has a rich culture and delicious food. People here enjoy many traditional dishes. Some popular foods include "Eru and Waterfufu," which is a tasty vegetable soup with a dough-like side. You might also find "Ndole," a dish made with bitter leaves, peanuts, and meat or fish.

Local Delicacies

Eru and Waterfufu, a popular local dish.

Eru and Waterfufu: A popular meal with a leafy vegetable soup and a soft, dough-like food.
Ndole: A flavorful dish made from bitter leaves, peanuts, and often served with plantains.
Koki: A special bean cake, often enjoyed by the Barondo people.
Grilled Fish and Chicken: Freshly grilled fish and chicken are also very popular.