The German Colonial Administration and the Traditional Powers Duala and Bamum. An Analysis of Cameroon's Political History

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Focusing on the period from 1884 to 1916, the dissertation examines the impact of German colonial rule on the traditional powers of Duala and Bamum in Cameroon. It highlights the significant restructuring of their political, economic, and socio-cultural systems under colonial influence. The research also explores the reciprocal changes experienced by the German administration through interactions with local leaders, particularly Sultan NJOYA and Duala chiefs, offering a nuanced analysis of this socio-political dynamic in Cameroon’s history.