Cameroon
A place of constant motion, the Wouri River links the interior to the vast Atlantic.
Douala blends historical significance with modern economic vitality. Its strategic location makes it a gateway to Central Africa, a city of contrasts and constant activity.
Experience its dynamic pace, from bustling markets to its role as a regional economic driver.
German colonizers first named it Kamerunstadt, serving as the capital of German Kamerun from 1884 to 1902. This period established its port development.
After World War I, control shifted to France, and the city became known as Douala. Under French administration, it grew into Cameroon’s economic capital and main port. The city’s growth during this time stemmed from its role in exporting valuable resources.
Early infrastructure established it as a shipping point.
Timber, cocoa, coffee, and oil flowed through its port.
Solidified its place as a commercial powerhouse under French rule.
Consistently a natural point for trade and industry.
Colonial past directly defines its current economic status.
Douala is Cameroon’s largest city and its undisputed economic heart. It directs most of Cameroon’s trade, establishing it as the country's principal port and commercial hub.
Rapid urbanization shapes Douala; it constantly expands and evolves.
It functions as a financial, industrial, and commercial hub for the CEMAC (Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa) region, a participant in regional economics.
A city with palpable energy, a testament to its constant growth and significance.
Douala offers a urban experience, blending historical roots with a dynamic present. It is a city that never stands still, operating as the economic engine of Cameroon.
Visitors discover a place of constant motion and cultural fusion, a true gateway to Central Africa.
Cameroon’s largest city and main commercial center.
Principal port for Central African trade.
A city of constant motion and rapid urbanization.
Understand Douala's rhythm. It is a city of active trade, historical depth, and forward movement.
