About the Archbishop Esua Foundation
The Archbishop Esua Foundation (ARBEF) isn’t just an organization; it’s a continuation of a century-long mission.
In the early 1900s, missionaries arrived in the remote Nkongho-Mbo area of Cameroon. They didn’t just bring faith; they brought the tools for a better life. In 1938, the first Catholic primary school opened in the village of Mbetta. For decades, the Church was the primary provider of education, healthcare, and infrastructure—literally building the roads that connected these isolated villages to the rest of the world.
Where we come in
Our Foundation Is a Continuation of That Mission
Our founder, Archbishop Emeritus Cornelius Fontem Esua, is a direct fruit of that mission.
Growing up in Mbetta, his path was set by the presence of that single Catholic school. Without it, he would never have had the chance to become the priest, teacher, and leader he is today. He understands firsthand that education is the difference between staying trapped in poverty and having the chance to serve the world.
ARBEF Board Members
Rev. Cornelius Fontem Esua
President – Cameroon
Fr. Divine Fossoh
Vice President – Cameroon
Miss. Marie Keene
Contact Person – USA
Fr. Anthony Yilaka
Executive Secretary – Cameroon
Fr. Augustine Nkwain
Assistant Secretary – Cameroon
Mrs. Odette Nchanji
Publicity Secretary – Cameroon
Madam Rebecca Nkuo
Financial Secretary – Cameroon
Mrs. Elizabeth Tafor
Treasurer – Cameroon
Deacon Michael Neba
Treasurer – USA
Lawyer Richard Nde
Legal Consultant – Cameroon
ARBEF Promotion Team
Dr. Jerry Etabong
Promoter – Italy
Mr. Dominic Esua
Promoter – UK
Mr Nick Tindong
Promoter – USA
Nkafu Amingwa
Promoter – USA
Fr. Gregory Ngwa
Promoter – USA
Fr. Adrew Esua
Promoter – Canada
Fr. Zepharinus Mbuh
Promoter – Cameroon
Mr. Johnson Okie
Promoter – Cameroon
Sr. Agnes Fonjock
Promoter – Cameroon
Support our work
“Bonum diffusivum sui”
We operate under the motto “Bonum diffusivum sui”—the idea that when you do good, it naturally grows and spreads. By investing in one child today, we are planting a seed for a stronger, more self-reliant community tomorrow.