Richard Afuma's Official Website
Richard N. Afuma Biography
My full name is Richard Ngong Afuma. I was born in the minority English speaking territory of Cameroon. Richard is not my birth name. My birth name is Ayeah Nsom, named after my mother's polygamous father. I chose the name "Richard" for my Christian name when I was baptized under the illusion that I will become rich someday. I always wanted to be associated with the name of the President of the United States, Richard Nixon. I share the same birth day as Neil Armstrong and Patrick Erwing.
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Cameroon Overview
The Republic of Cameroon is a small country located in the "armpit" of Africa. Shaped triangularly, it is slightly larger than the Golden State of California. There is constant squabble between the French and English territory as to the exact location of the country - West or Central Africa.
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Richard Afuma Invites You To Learn About His Heritage
Dear Friends,
Thanks immensely for visiting my website and learning about my background, culture and fascinating family dynamics. I also hope that you enjoyed the fascinating landscapes and beautiful, breathtaking views of my area. As you well know, to many Americans, Cameroon is a far and expensive place of misery and wonder.
The purpose of the site is threefold:
(1) to share my haunting life experiences in the two cultures that I have lived.
(2) to educate visitors about my background and tradition.
(3) to create an awareness of the difficulties immigrants face when they come to America to make a new and better life for themselves.
Each of us has a compelling life experience or treasured memories to share. Some of our experiences are more painful and tragic than others but all tell us who we are and where we came from. My life is no exception. I have faced challenges and overcome obstacles on both sides of a dream. I was born illegitimately to a widowed single-mother and raised by surrogates.
I have a sincere desire to help the impoverished people of my village and would appreciate your contribution. If you would like to make contribution to support the goals, please do…. Again, thank you so very much. I’ll appreciate your feedback, thoughts and suggestions.
