Do it.

I spent a good deal of time with the people of Belo, RUDEC, and Cameroon as a whole. Cameroon was hands down my favorite country out of the more than 20 i have visited and 3 I have lived in. The scenery is phenomenal (i was there during wet season), the country is far more developed than you might think, and most importantly the people there are fantastic. Everyone seems to be a personal ambassador for Cameroon trying to give you the best experience possible. I really can't put enough in this review to fully convey how pleasant it is walking through town and greeting everyone you meet in a slow and caring manner. The people of Belo are amazing and will receive you as their own. This is a great volunteer experience if you are self-motivated and want a catalyst by which you can spearhead your own projects for change in a developing country. Besides this RUDEC also has many functionary roles if you looking for more time and less responsibility however you'll have plenty of time I assure you. Joshua is driven and always working on a myriad of things. If you pay attention there are endless things to be done to further RUDEC's work. If your goals rely on the internet get the VAST majority done prior to arrival. It exists in Belo but...well you'll see. The house is fantastic and will most likely exceed your expectations. I never felt unsafe AT ALL in Belo or really any other location in Cameroon. Living expenses are minimal. The scenery around where you live is breathtaking. Get a motorcycle and travel the ring road! Say hi to Lucky Child for me and buy a painting. Try corn beer til you like it. Wash sugar cane before you eat it. Finally, put effort into primarily hanging out with Cameroonians you will experience so much more and they are nicer anyways. They like to host you for dinner so ask them. 10 of 10 would recommend.