Bamendian Spoken-Word Artist Mottanni Gains Academic Spotlight as His Poetry Inspires Research at the University of Bamenda
BAMENDA, CAMEROON — October 2026 — The work of award-winning Cameroonian spoken-word artist Mottanni, born Tanni Desmond Awa, is the focus of a Master of Arts dissertation at the University of Bamenda, bringing new academic attention to a performance practice shaped by cultural identity, social realities and the possibilities of art as a tool for public dialogue.
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Beyond the Stage: Abakwa Toks Poets Amplify Breast Cancer Awareness in Pink October 2026
Because every journey matters. Join Abakwa Toks as our poets take the mic for Pink October 2026! Experience the powerful intersection of poetry, healing, and breast cancer awareness at Alliance Française Bamenda.
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Call for Entries: Togho Student Creative Challenge 2026 – Heritage to Economy
Togho Student Creative Challenge 2026 – Heritage to Economy. University students in Cameroon are invited to enter the Togho Student Creative Challenge 2026. Create a Togho fashion design or a short doc/podcast. Deadline: November 20th, 2026. Cash prizes up to 1 Million FCFA.
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THE GATEWAYS OF ABAKWA: ANNOUNCING THE MONUMENT PROPOSALS FOR BAMENDA
Every great kingdom has its gates. Every proud city has its defining landmark. Today, we are incredi...
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Eddy Wonder Drops "Soul Of Africa"-A Roots Reggae Anthem For Every Young Who Had To Leave Home To Find One
Soul of Africa” is more than a release. It is a story. A spoken-word roots reggae narrative about a young man named Khan who did everything right — and still found the door locked.
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A Gateway of Resilience: Announcing the Abakwa Toks Monument Concept For Bamenda
Idea of the Bamenda Monument by abakwatoks@gmail.com
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27 Kilometres Through the Day: Tulah Chrystaline's Journey of Grit and Grace
How an Abakwa Toks poet walked from Finance Junction to Matazem River—and refused to give up.
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The Dream Team Is Locked For The Roots and Future Summit
The Dream Team Is Locked – Meet the Legends Sharing the Stage With Me Evening, family...
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Elysymphonie &KeshLegacy-The Queens Of The Collabo
Elysymphonie & KeshLegacy – The Queens of the Collabo Grace and Grit – Celebrating ...
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The Soul Of The North West-My Brother DSaint Livingston
The Soul of the North West – My Brother Dsaint Livingston Good morning, family. Today, I wan...
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DePreacher & Nadine Nkeina Storm Into the DEVANM-CTA GRAND FINALS!
Two Abakwa Toks stars – DePreacher (Spoken Word) and Nadine Nkeina (Acting) – are headed to the DEVANM-CTA Grand Finals! Support them with your Mobile Money votes (100 FCFA/vote) on +237 680 185 616 or +237 672 699 675 and help bring the 150,000 CFA crown home!
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One Step at a Time: Our Njangi Keeps Building Bamenda's Creative Future
We keep going. Yesterday, Bamenda's creative community assembled for another powerful Njangi session. We discussed strategies, shared dreams, and supported one of our members to bring an artistic vision to life. This is how we grow—together, with trust, and with purpose.
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EXPLOSIVE SEMI-FINALS! Abakwa Toks Sets DEVANM-CTA Stage Ablaze!
EXPLOSIVE SEMI-FINALS! Abakwa Toks; Voices Unbound stars—DePreacher, Bantar Courage Nforshi, and Wafor Nadine Nkeina—delivered powerhouse performances at the DEVANM-CTA semi-finals yesterday at Meta Quarters, Bamenda. With unwavering support from Medine Yahje, Tulah Crystalline, and Mottanni, our crew left it all on stage. Results drop TODAY at 7 PM! The Grand Finals are NEXT WEEK, and we need YOUR Mobile Money votes (100 FCFA/vote) to push our poets and actress to the 150,000 CFA crown. Get your phones ready—let's bring this hom
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Open Mic Nights: More Than an Event – The Beginning of a Cultural Movement
Join Quill KWATAS on 15 August 2026 for the inaugural Open Mic Nights in Yaoundé — a night of poetry, music, and storytelling that marks the beginning of a pan-African cultural movement. Experience raw, authentic voices exploring identity and the present moment, and become part of a community shaping Africa's future through the spoken word.
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HISTORY IN THE MAKING: FIVE SPOKEN WORD ARTISTS UNITE FOR ROOTS AND FUTURE SUMMIT 2026
For the first time in the history of Spoken Word Poetry in Cameroon, FIVE of the nation's most powerful voices will share the same stage!
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