Cameroon Nominates Mvet Oyeng and Guruna for UNESCO Intangible Heritage Status
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Cameroon has officially submitted two significant cultural practices, the Mvet Oyeng and the Guruna, for consideration for UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status. The nominations are scheduled for review during the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, taking place in New Delhi, India, in December 2025. The Mvet Oyeng, a musical tradition and body of knowledge central to the Ekang community, is part of a historic multinational submission involving Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo. This marks a significant step in Cameroon's efforts to safeguard its diverse cultural expressions on the global stage.
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