The Supreme Council of Traditional Chiefs of Bassa’a land has imposed a formal ban on the popular “Sunday Taro” practice across all ancestral Bassa’a territories, citing concerns over the erosion of local cultural identity.
The decision was made public on Sunday, May 4, 2026, in Eséka through a circular signed by the customary authorities of Mbog Liaa. In the document, the traditional rulers argue that the widespread food and festive custom is slowly displacing authentic Bassa’a traditions.
As part of the directive, the Council is urging families, restaurant owners, and cultural associations to abandon “Sunday Taro” and instead promote meals that are more deeply rooted in Bassa’a heritage. Specifically, the chiefs recommended “Sunday Bongo’o” and “Sunday Ikok” as culturally appropriate alternatives.The chiefs say the move is necessary to preserve customs that define Bassa’a identity and to prevent younger generations from losing touch with their ancestral food culture.
The Council also warned that anyone who continues to organize or promote “Sunday Taro” within the affected territories will face customary sanctions. According to the circular, penalties will be determined by the council of elders and applied in line with traditional law.The ban applies to all Bassa’a ancestral lands, and the traditional authorities are calling for strict community compliance to safeguard cultural values.
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