SOBA GENERAL CHAPTERS

SOBA General — National & International Chapters

SOBA General is a worldwide brotherhood of former students of Saint Joseph’s College Sasse, brought together through a network of National, Regional and International Chapters.

The Chapter structure enables SOBANs to remain connected wherever they live, while preserving a common identity, shared values and enduring relationship with SOBA General and our alma mater.

National Chapters

National Chapters bring together SOBANs within a particular country or national territory. They provide an organised platform for fellowship, networking, member welfare, professional engagement, service and support for Sasse.

National Chapters may coordinate local and regional activities, establish appropriate sub-Chapters or groups, mobilise members and resources, and work collaboratively with other Chapters on initiatives of common interest.

International Chapters

International Chapters extend the Sasse brotherhood beyond Cameroon, connecting SOBANs living, working or studying in different countries and regions of the world. Examples include established SOBA communities in North America, Europe, Africa and other international locations.

These Chapters provide a local home for SOBANs abroad while maintaining a strong connection to the wider SOBA family and Saint Joseph’s College Sasse. Their activities may include fellowship, networking, welfare support, professional engagement, community service, fundraising and contributions to projects benefiting Sasse.

One Global SOBA Network

Although Chapters operate within their respective geographical communities, they form part of a broader SOBA family. The strength of SOBA comes from connecting these communities rather than operating them in isolation.

• Cameroon Chapters: Serving SOBANs across the country and maintaining strong links with Sasse.
• African Chapters: Connecting SOBANs across the African continent.
• International Chapters: Bringing together SOBANs in the diaspora.
• Regional and Local Groups: Providing closer platforms for fellowship and member engagement.
• Classes: Connecting SOBANs who attended Sasse in the same academic generation.

Working Together

Chapters are encouraged to share knowledge, collaborate on projects, support members across geographical boundaries and contribute to initiatives that advance the interests of the wider SOBA community and Saint Joseph’s College Sasse.

The experience of established SOBA organisations demonstrates the importance of this interconnected model. SOBA America, for example, operates through multiple regional Chapters, while the SOBA Buea Mother Chapter describes its role as a bridge connecting SOBANs, SOBA General, other Chapters, Sasse College and the wider world.

Our Global Principle

Geography may determine where a SOBAN lives, but it does not determine the strength of the Sasse brotherhood. Whether in Buea, Douala, Yaoundé, Bamenda, Lagos, London, Toronto, Washington, Houston or elsewhere, SOBANs remain part of one worldwide community connected by their shared Sasse experience.

SOBA General provides the common platform through which these Chapters, Classes and members can remain connected, collaborate and contribute to the continued legacy of Saint Joseph’s College Sasse.

SOBA General — One Brotherhood. One Community. One Global Family. One Legacy.