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Dating in Maroua

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A few facts about Maroua

  • Maroua is among the ten largest cities in Cameroon; about 310,000 people live here.
  • It's the largest place in Far North.
  • It's about 888 km to Douala, the country's largest city.
  • Towns nearby: Mindif (25 km), Bogo (36 km) and Mora (54 km).

Where to meet in Maroua

A weekday evening works well in Maroua: places are quieter, you can actually hear each other, and there is no pressure to make it a long night.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Questions about dating in Maroua

How far around Maroua can I search?

Within 50 km of Maroua there are 3 towns and cities — Bogo and Mindif among them — with more than 350,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Maroua free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Maroua and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Maroua real?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Maroua?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Cameroon or abroad.

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