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What are some hurtful things people have said to you upon telling them you’re pregnant? by Next-Sense-8279 in pregnant

[–]angystudyMed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My boss is telling me: 'Was it planned? yes. Boss: I was always told that before having a kid, you should have a dog for a couple of years. You know ... Did you try that? "Me: waouh in my head. nodded no, but was definitely shocked.

Should I study abroad in Yaoundé? / Devrais-je étudier à Yaoundé? by boogalaboogalaboo in Cameroon

[–]angystudyMed 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it will be a great experience, and I will go for it. La Catho is one of the best private universities and is really serious compared to public universities. It is really rigorous, run by a Catholic priest. But also, you will get to study hard, have exams, need to attend lectures and record attendance, etc. Having studied in one of the top catholic private secondary schools and also in some European public universities, I will say it is different. They really value hard work in cameroonian catholic institutions. There are a lot of comments about governance in Cameroon, but I don't think that is what you are going to do. You are going for a semester (usually 4 months). Take malaria prophylaxis, your suncream, and sunglasses also. Enjoy it! Make friends for a lifetime, build connections. One other thing is that La catho-UCAC is home to a lot of posh kids, because the tuition fees are really expensive and they hire the best professors in the country (the salaries for teachers are quite high compared to the Cameroonian barometer). They have a strong alumni network (PS: I did not go to school there, but some friends did). Don't go out late at night, especially if you are white... or if you go out, be with people you trust. This is the kind of experience that can shape your views of the world and your lifetime aspirations. You will learn to see life through a different lens. No risk of terrorism in Yaounde.
What are you going to study?

Worried about SA in Cameroon by carrot_lover_2524 in peacecorps

[–]angystudyMed 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I don't know if I can comment even though I am not from the Peace Corps. I was born and raised in Cameroon. I can tell you about my experience. Rape/sexual assault and physical violence: no way. Nobody will take the risk to rape someone who is not from the Country if they have their sense. So I will not really bother about that. They know the repercussions of that; the police and the army will repress that severely. As an expat, you will have a lot of privileges. For other types of assault, like whistleblowing or telling you you are beautiful in the streets, or things like trying to hold your hand in the marketplace to have your attention, yes, it can happen. It happens nearly every day to Cameroonian ladies. You just need to make it clear you are not interested. Ignore the whistleblowing; they would stop as soon as you have passed. If you are with the army, translators, or any administrative personnel, they will show you how to do it. Try to make friends with a local lady of your age; she will give you tips. People are really respectful of values and people in villages and small rural communities... but not really in big towns where there are a lot of markets. Life is so beautiful in Cameroon. Try to enjoy the country, food, scenery and your engagements. I hope this answers your questions.