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UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Douala |
Avaye time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Introduction to Awaé, Cameroon
Awaé is a town in the Mfandi Province of the Central Region of Cameroon, located about 50 kilometers northeast of the capital city of Yaoundé. Located in the transition zone between tropical rainforest and savanna, the region has a predominantly agrarian economy, producing crops such as cocoa, coffee and cassava. Awae has a population of about 15,000, and is predominantly populated by the Ewondo ethnic group, which retains a traditional chieftaincy model of governance.
Geographical and Climatic Characteristics
With an average altitude of about 700 meters above sea level, Awae has a tropical monsoon climate with annual precipitation of up to 1,600 millimeters. Scattered hills and river valleys surround the town, and tributaries of the Sanaga River run through the region, creating alluvial plains suitable for farming. The local biodiversity is rich and wildlife such as chimpanzees and African gray parrots are common.
Culture and Economic Life
Christianity and traditional tribal religions are practiced by the inhabitants, with annual rituals such as praying for rain before the rainy season. The economy is based on small farms, with the cocoa processing industry developing in recent years. There is a primary health care center and weekly market in the center of the town, and the main road, the RN1, connects Yaoundé to cities in the north, making it increasingly accessible.
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