Cameroon’s Nicaise Ngono Champions Local Culture and “Made in Cameroon” Products at SAGO 2025
Entrepreneur Showcases “Mendim Me Zon” and Other Indigenous Delicacies
Yaoundé, Cameroon – In a bold move to promote Cameroonian culture and locally-made products, entrepreneur Nicaise Ngono has taken center stage at the Government Action Exhibition (SAGO) 2025 with her flagship product “Mendim Me Zon” and other indigenous food innovations.
Derived from wild eggplants, “Mendim Me Zon” has gained popularity across Cameroon’s South and Central regions for its health benefits, including boosting metabolism and providing comfort. The product’s growing reputation has sparked interest beyond Cameroon’s borders, positioning it as a potential international success story.
SAGAHA SARL: A Platform for Cameroonian Excellence
Ngono’s company, SAGAHA SARL, represents more than just a business – it’s a movement dedicated to celebrating Cameroon’s rich culinary heritage. At SAGO 2025, held from July 2-5 at Yaoundé’s City Hall Esplanade, the entrepreneur showcases her three-year journey of promoting authentic Cameroonian products.
“SAGAHA Food is our answer to an essential question: What if modernity began with respect for our traditional know-how?” Ngono stated, emphasizing her company’s philosophy of blending tradition with contemporary food processing techniques.
Product Portfolio: From Garlic Purée to Cocoa Whisky
SAGAHA Food specializes in transforming 100% local agricultural products with passion and precision. Their diverse product line includes:
- Garlic Purée
- Eggplant Caviar
- Chili Purée
- Cocoa Whisky
- Traditional Spice Mix
- Herbal Infusions and Condiments
Each product reflects the unique flavors of Cameroon’s different regions and the skilled craftsmanship of local women producers.
Empowering Rural Women Through Agro-Processing
As President of Cameroon’s Rural Women Network, Ngono has created “Les Villageoises” group to amplify the voices of rural women producers. Her upcoming “Festival Angara Binga Be Nnam,” scheduled for November 21-22, 2025 in Yaoundé, will focus on rural women’s role in food processing and cultural preservation.
The festival’s theme – “Rural Women: Actors in Agro-Processing and Transmitters of Social and Cultural Values” – underscores Ngono’s commitment to women’s economic empowerment through agriculture.
Government Support for Local Production
The Cameroonian government’s “Made in Cameroon” initiative has created favorable conditions for entrepreneurs like Ngono. By focusing on rural women’s economic activities, the program aims to:
- Create employment opportunities
- Reduce poverty through income-generating activities
- Promote industrialization of local products
- Enhance food security
Ngono’s work exemplifies how traditional knowledge combined with modern entrepreneurship can drive sustainable development. Through SAGAHA SARL, she has created a platform that benefits health, employment, and professional training while preserving Cameroon’s culinary heritage.
As Cameroon continues to develop its agro-processing sector, visionaries like Nicaise Ngono demonstrate how local products can achieve both national pride and international appeal.
Credit: This article summarizes an original report by Odile Pahai for Togotimes. For the complete story, visit the original source.