About This Episode:In this episode, Bidemi and Justice Mukete explore the Cameroonian tradition of Die na Njangi, a practice of mutual support deeply rooted in the culture. They discuss how this tradition leverages the Njangi system, where community members pool resources to support one another, extending beyond financial help to include various forms of assistance. Justice Mukete shares personal stories that highlight the powerful impact of "king-sized generosity" and the reciprocal nature of this tradition. Key Takeaways: • Die na Njangi is a tradition of generosity and support, evident during pivotal moments like career promotions, weddings, and funerals. • The Njangi system reinforces the importance of reciprocal support within communities. • Acts of kindness, no matter how small, can create significant, lasting impacts. • Generosity in Cameroonian culture means giving without any strings attached, fostering strong communal bonds. Listen Now:Don't miss this heartwarming and insightful episode that celebrates the spirit of generosity and communal support. Listen Now Stay inspired and keep giving! Memorable Quotes: "Generosity is a social obligation in our culture. One hand cannot tie a bundle; we need each other to move forward." "Receiving help is not a sign of weakness but a recognition that we cannot solve all our problems alone. It's about community life and development." "King-sized generosity is when the whole community pulls together, providing overwhelming support to someone in need." Listen Now:Don't miss out on this engaging and heartwarming episode that celebrates the essence of generosity and its transformative power. Stay inspired and keep giving! About the Guest Today, we are honored to have Justice Mukete Tahle Itoe, PhD, as our guest. Justice Mukete is the Country Lead for GivingTuesday Cameroon and Co-Founder of the Refugee Welfare Association Cameroon (REWAC). He is a highly respected bilingual Judge and human rights advocate with over 25 years of experience. He has a deep knowledge of regional conventions in Europe, Africa, and the Americas concerning detention conditions, due process, and restrictions on torture and ill-treatment. Justice Mukete holds a PhD in international law and has attended numerous international courses in development, gender, human rights, and governance. He has made significant contributions in areas such as corporate governance, participatory development, and local leadership. Notably, he handed down a landmark judgment stopping a US Consortium from acquiring 70,000 hectares of community land in Cameroon without the Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) of the indigenous population. He is also a founder of the Global Network for Good Governance (GNGG) and has written extensively on the rule of law, anti-corruption, and human rights. Guest DetailsSocial mediaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mukete-tahle-itoe-phd-10146436/