Here’s a Breakdown Of The Major Rivers in Cameroon

Cameroon is blessed with an extensive network of rivers that flow across its diverse landscapes — from the highlands and rainforests to savannas and coastal plains. These rivers support agriculture, fishing, hydroelectric power, and transportation.

Here’s a breakdown of the major rivers in Cameroon:

1. Major Rivers in Cameroon

River	Notes
Sanaga River	Longest river entirely in Cameroon (about 918 km); major source of hydroelectric power (e.g., Edea Dam)
Wouri River	Formed by the confluence of the Nkam and Makombé Rivers; flows through Douala into the Atlantic Ocean
Benue River	Flows from northern Cameroon into Nigeria; key in trade, agriculture, and fishing in the North/Adamawa
Logone River	Forms part of the border with Chad; merges with the Chari River, draining into Lake Chad
Chari River	Forms Cameroon’s border with Chad; vital for agriculture and water supply in the north
Nyong River	Flows through central Cameroon; navigable during rainy season; important for local fishing
Dja River	Runs along the Congo Basin; part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve area
Mbam River	Major tributary of the Sanaga; flows through central Cameroon
Ntem River	Forms part of the border with Equatorial Guinea; in the South Region
Cross River	Originates in Cameroon and flows into Nigeria; important for the Southwest Region

2. Rivers by Region

Southwest & Littoral:

Wouri
Mungo
Dibamba
Nkam
Cross River

Center & East:

Sanaga
Nyong
Dja
Lom
Mbam

North & Far North:

Benue
Mayo Kebi
Logone
Chari

South & Southeast:

Ntem
Kadei
Sangha (flows into Congo Basin)

3. Importance of Rivers in Cameroon

Use	Examples
Hydroelectric power	Sanaga River (Edea and Nachtigal Dams)
Transport	Wouri River (Douala Port access)
Fishing	Cross River, Logone, Chari, Nyong
Agriculture & irrigation	Benue and Mayo Rivers in the north
Tourism	Riverbanks and waterfalls (e.g., Ekom Nkam Falls)
Biodiversity	Rivers like Dja and Sangha support rainforest ecosystems

Here’s a Breakdown Of The Major Rivers in Cameroon

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Here’s a Breakdown Of The Major Rivers in Cameroon

1. Major Rivers in Cameroon

2. Rivers by Region

Southwest & Littoral:

Center & East:

North & Far North:

South & Southeast:

3. Importance of Rivers in Cameroon

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