National Forestry School

Not only is it a centre of excellence for forestry and environmental education and research, it’s also a place where nature displays its splendour in all its majesty. If you’re passionate about wildlife, or simply curious about how ecosystems work, this is a site you shouldn’t miss.

### Why visit

Educational discovery: The campus offers a wide range of knowledge and expertise in the fields of environmental science, conservation and natural resource management. You may even have the chance to take part in a guided educational tour, enhanced by experts in the field.

Natural Beauty: Located in Mbalmayo, just a few hours’ drive from Yaoundé, the school is surrounded by tropical forests and sparkling rivers. It’s a breath of fresh air and a sight for sore eyes.

Relaxation and reflection: The well-kept gardens and forest paths provide a peaceful environment for reflection, meditation or even a little siesta in the shade of the giant trees.

Information on training. Source: Ministry of Forests and Fauna website

For several decades, training at ENEF has been geared towards training middle management for institutions and some private companies. Initial training, comprising three cycles including: cycle C, for technical agents of water and forests (ATEF, BEPC+2); cycle B1, for technicians of water and forests (TEF, Probatoire+2); cycle B2, for senior technicians of water and forests (TSEF, BACC+2) is still current and the training modules are designed to produce generalists. Yet in the DSCE (strategy document for growth and employment 2010-2020), one of the main strategic axes is to have vocational training geared towards producing convincing results. With this in mind, ENEF plans to develop the content of its training courses with a view to placing particular emphasis on skilled or specialised trades. The new training offer is in line with current needs. It will be made up of initial training, which remains the backbone of training at ENEF, well-structured continuing training for upgrading and retraining needs, and distance or sandwich training, given the installation of a mapping centre and the arrival of the Internet connection. This new offer will lead to reduced impact operations, the use of innovative rolex replica technologies and non-polluting energy production. Following the drafting of a strategic development plan, the study on the new training offering has led us to identify 16 skill clusters geared towards different professions, and the introduction of a works engineering cycle is also envisaged, as is the long-term introduction of Master 1 and 2 cycles.

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More information on the training programme here: https://www.minfof.cm/enef-mbalmayo.php

### Where to eat and drink

Close to the school, you’ll find a variety of restaurants and cafés serving local and international delicacies. You can sample traditional Cameroonian dishes, drink a glass of fresh fruit juice or relax with a local beer.

### Where to sleep

There are accommodation options to suit all budgets, from comfortable hotels to cosy bed and breakfasts. You can also choose to camp out in the countryside, for a more immersive experience.

### Leisure activities

Be sure to visit the local markets to buy souvenirs or enjoy a cultural evening with dance and music performances. The school is also an ideal base for excursions to the surrounding areas, where you can enjoy hiking, canoeing and much more.

### How to get there

The National Forestry School is easily accessible by car or bus from Yaoundé. You can also opt for a taxi or car-sharing service for a more comfortable journey.

All in all, a visit to the National Forestry School in Mbalmayo means plunging into the heart of Cameroon’s ecological and cultural wealth. It’s a place where education meets nature, and where every moment spent is an opportunity to learn and to marvel. So pack your rucksacks, put on your hiking boots and set off to discover this hidden gem!