Preserving the cultural heritage of la Route des Chefferies

The Grassfields region of West Cameroon is rich in sacred forests, chiefdoms, local museums, and cultural spaces. This heritage is increasingly endangered by unsustainable management and harmful harvesting practices. This project preserves built heritage and traditional know-how by rehabilitating key sites—including sacred forests and chiefdoms—using local materials such as raffia and bamboo. It also documents traditional beliefs and practices, producing a conservation guide to help communities sustainably manage sacred and heritage sites. To support long-term preservation, solar panels will be installed on selected chiefdom museums, ensuring a clean and reliable energy source.