Literacy
Education
Cameroonians and the Subtle Art of Not Reading
The writer argues that Cameroon's cultural resistance to reading—rationalized as preference for brevity or entertainment—amounts to self-imposed marginalization that blocks access to the knowledge that drives individual and collective progress. Drawing on examples from billionaire entrepreneurs and historical figures, the piece insists that reading is not optional but foundational to human development.
On Reading With an Open Mind
The writer reflects on how reading shaped their thinking and writing, then argues that many people lack genuine reading comprehension—not because they cannot decode words, but because they approach texts defensively, seeking points of disagreement rather than understanding. True reading requires setting aside personal bias to absorb ideas fully, even when imperfect.
The God Complex Approach to Reading
Poise examines why Cameroonians resist deep reading and intellectual engagement, arguing that this aversion to sustained learning—not external oppression—is the primary barrier to personal and collective progress. The writer frames reading as a competitive advantage and moral responsibility, contrasting the discipline of billionaire investors with the social media culture of quick consumption and public ignorance.
Undereducated, Underemployed, Disoriented, and Under Control: The Plight of Cameroonian Youth
The writer argues that Cameroon's education system, despite proliferating in physical presence, has fundamentally failed its young people. Schools prioritize examination rankings over genuine learning, churning out graduates who are either programmed for failure or burdened with credentials disconnected from real-world capability or personal aptitude.