The Cameroon Checkers Federation

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The Cameroon Checkers Federation (FECADAMES) is the official governing body for checkers in Cameroon. With its values ​​of excellence, discipline, and passion, FECADAMES has worked for decades to promote this intellectual sport throughout the country and beyond its borders.

Our mission

  • Promote and expand the discipline.
    Structure national and international competitions.
    Develop local talent.
    Proudly represent Cameroon in international bodies.
    Provide a platform for youth empowerment and fulfillment.

History

Since its creation in 1995, the Cameroon Checkers Federation (FECADAMES) has been committed to developing, structuring and promoting the game of checkers in Cameroon.

Our Core Values:
  • Sporting Excellence

  • Strategic Intelligence

  • Knowledge Sharing


Respect, Solidarity, and Togetherness

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"This game carries values rooted in intelligence, positive cunning, fair play, but above all, solidarity and togetherness — principles that should guide the relationships among all players, whether they are casual enthusiasts, passionate fans, amateurs, or professionals."

Claude NGONDIEP

President of FECADAMES

Our Champions

International Grand Masters (GM)
  • NDJOFANG Jean Marc – African Champion & World Vice-Champion

  • KOUOGUEU Léopold "Fogué" – African Champion and Trainer

  • NDONZI Flaubert – Draughts Ambassador for the Diaspora

  • NGAH CLAVIN LANDRY – International Master

Legends of the Cameroonian checkerboard

Autres figures emblématiques (MI et MF)
  • ALIGNA Messinga Damien, YILA Tiego Alex, MBONGO Thomy Lucien

  • EYEBE Jean, NGUENA Antoine, TETCHUENG Samuel, NYAMI Christian

  • BAYA Luc, FOTO Arnaud, TAMGA Emmanuel

FECADAMES is proud of its champions who make Cameroon shine on the boards of the world.

Partners