At Youth Challenge International, our vision is to inspire and empower a generation of young people to excel in all areas of life—academically, professionally, artistically, and spiritually—and to reflect the glory and perfection of God. Through the principles of hard work and the pursuit of excellence, we empower young people to reach their potential and make a meaningful contribution to society.

We are privileged to have Professor Zacharias Tanee Fomum as our human mentor, a role model for academic, professional and spiritual excellence. Here are some highlights of his remarkable career:

Academic achievements

- Awarded top marks: In 1969, Professor Fomum graduated from Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, with a Bachelor of Science degree with honours and received the prestigious award for outstanding achievement.
- Doctorate in Organic Chemistry: In 1973, he earned a doctorate in organic chemistry from Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda.

Pioneering research

- In over 30 years as a postdoctoral researcher, he published more than 160 articles in renowned international chemistry journals and supervised over 100 master's and doctoral theses.
- D.Sc. Award: In 2005, the University of Durham, UK, awarded him a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) degree in recognition of his research, the highest honour it bestows. He was the first Cameroonian to receive this honour.
- Tenured Professor: He was a professor of organic chemistry at the University of Yaoundé 1 in Cameroon.

Journey of Faith

- Professor Fomum was born on 20 June 1945 and experienced a transformative rebirth through the Holy Spirit on 13 June 1956. - On 1 October 1966, he dedicated his life entirely to the service of Jesus Christ and was filled with the Holy Spirit on 24 October 1970.
- More than a hundred Christian books bearing his name are available in more than 15 languages, and the testimony of his journey with God continues to inspire millions of people on all six continents of the world.

Professor Zacharias Tanee Fomum exemplified a harmonious blend of intellectual brilliance and deep faith, setting a standard for young people to emulate.

At Youth Challenge International, we strive to follow this inspiring legacy by fostering a community of young people who pursue excellence in all areas of life while glorifying God.