Cameroon: From Refugee to Entrepreneur – the Inspiring Journey of Haphizou Amadou Aziri

In the heart of University of Yaounde 2, the fragrant aroma of fried eggs and spaghetti known locally as “deux oeufs spaghetti” draws students and locals alike to a vibrant cafe restaurant. Here owner Haphizou Amadou Azari, former refugee turned thriving entrepreneur exemplifies the resilience, fostered by UNHCR and its partners, in providing lasting solutions through education and livelihood initiatives.

In 2014, Haphizou fled the Central African Republic (CAR) for his life, seeking refuge in…