Independence Of Southern British Cameroons From the UK
Independence of Southern British Cameroons from the UK is a holiday observed on the 1st of October every year. Also known as Unification Day, this holiday marks the independence of British Southern Cameroons from the United Kingdom in 1961 and its reunification with French Cameroon.
Cameroon (Observance)Ever since British Cameroon was mandated, the people felt that it was marginalized within the Union. This has caused many people to want to return to the 1961 Federal System. That’s why this day is celebrated every October 1st as a public holiday. Because it’s a public holiday, some businesses and government offices are closed for the day.
The History of Independence of Southern British Cameroons from the UK
On October 1st, 1961, a direct vote by members of the electorate chose to reunite the British-mandated territory of Cameroon with the former French-mandated territory of Cameroon. Originally, both were part of German Kamerun—an African colony that lasted from 1884 to 1916, but that changed due to Germany’s defeat following World War I.
Observing Independence of Southern British Cameroons from the UK
This holiday is observed as a public holiday in Cameroon, and as such, many businesses, schools, and government offices are closed for the day. It’s also a general day off for many people, who use the time to enjoy time with loved ones.
It’s also a good day to enjoy fine Cameroonian foods such as Fufu corn, Mbanga Soup, and Njama Njama. On social media, #UnityDay or #SouthernBritishCameroonsIndependence can be used to spread the word about this holiday.
Cameroon (Observance)
