Embassy of the Republic of Cameroon, Washington DC

AFRICA DAY 2026

The Embassy of Cameroon in the USA joined other Embassies, diaspora communities and hundreds of guests to celebrate African heritage. The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art was the venue on June 3, 2026.

Cameroon's stand drew crowds with its rich colors, warm hospitality and irresistible cuisine. It was also a moment for many visitors to get to know more about Cameroon and to discover why it is often referred to as " All of Africa in One Country" : a nation where the continent’s landscapes, cultures and traditions meet.

The Embassy will be closed tomorrow.

The Embassy will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.

SHOWCASING CAMEROON -
CULTURAL DIPLOMACY IN ACTION

The 2026 Museum of Africa Exhibition in New York held at the Bronx Community College, witnessed an impressive participation of Cameroon, represented by the Embassy of Cameroon in the USA, on May 23, 2026.

As the lone African Embassy present at the Exhibition, it was a remarkable opportunity to showcase Cameroon's unique artwork through renowned international artist Shiri Achu, and also to promote Cameroon as a distinct tourist destination through the Embassy’s Tourism Bureau.

The Embassy’s presence was highly applauded as a model of cultural diplomacy and for its commitment to supporting diaspora communities and safeguarding Africa's rich and diverse cultural identity.

54TH EDITION OF THE NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION, MAY 20, 2026

The Ambassador H.E Henri Etoundi Essomba and staff welcomed hundreds of guests at the Banquet Hall of the Embassy of Cameroon, Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington DC., on two separate ceremonies.

Officials of the US government, Ambassadors and members of the wider diplomatic corps, were the first to be received at about 4p.m. ET.
The ceremony provided an opportunity to reaffirm shared commitments to cooperation, partnerships and mutual interests.

Later on in the day, it was the turn of the Cameroonian diaspora to be welcomed. The Ambassador during the celebration, underscored the essential and crucial role of Cameroonians living in the US in the promotion of peace and unity and nation-building. Amongst those who also answered present were Cameroonians working with the World Bank Group, IMF, FCC and other institutions in the United States of America.

The celebration also had in menu the award of medals to some Cameroonians for meritorious services rendered to the nation.

MAY 20TH, 2026

10a.m. ET

WASHINGTON D.C.

The Commemoration of the 54th Edition of Cameroon’s National Day, opened this morning at the esplanade of the Embassy of Cameroon in Washington D.C. with a flag-hoisting ceremony; presided over by the Ambassador, H.E. Henri Etoundi Essomba.

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