ZTF UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE
ZTF-UI — Bertoua, Cameroon
“Empowering World Innovators and Leaders for Global Impact”
A Christian university founded on excellence, faith, and service — located in Bertoua, Cameroon
Prof. Zacharias Tanee Fomum — Founding Inspiration
“If God has destined you for university studies, you have to honor Him by putting in your very best efforts to achieve the results God expects of you.”
— Prof. Zacharias Tanee Fomum
Our Schools & Institutes
Seven schools of higher learning, two vocational training institutions, and an online learning programme — all grounded in faith and academic excellence.
School of Agricultural Sciences & Biotechnology
Combines modern agricultural science with biotechnology to address African food security challenges.
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Trains professional communicators, journalists, and media practitioners for African and global contexts.
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Prepares engineers and technologists to drive industrial development across Africa.
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Equips healthcare professionals with clinical skills and a heart for community health service.
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Trains future business leaders and entrepreneurs grounded in ethics and African economic realities.
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Develops legal minds and policy thinkers who will shape justice systems across Africa.
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Explores human culture, society, and social challenges through interdisciplinary methods.
View ProgramsZTF VTI for Sustainable Development
Vocational training in agronomy, communication, and applied technology for sustainable livelihoods.
View ProgramsZTF VTI for Human Sciences
Practical training in health sciences, applied economic sciences, law, and political sciences.
View ProgramsProf. Zacharias
Tanee Fomum
1945 – 2009
Our Founder
A man of extraordinary academic achievement and unwavering faith
Professor Zacharias Tanee Fomum (1945–2009) was one of Africa's greatest academic minds and spiritual leaders. He earned a first-class B.Sc. from Fourah Bay College (1969), a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Makerere, Uganda (at age 28), and a Doctor of Science from Durham University, Great Britain (2005) — one of the highest academic distinctions in the world. As Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of Yaoundé I, he supervised over 100 doctoral and master's theses and co-authored more than 160 publications in top international journals, ranking his department second among all African scientific research centres in 2004. He was also the founder of Christian Missionary Fellowship International, with churches in over 130 countries, and authored more than 350 books with 10 million copies in 100+ languages.
Learn More About Our Founder“God desires excellence from His children. Mediocrity is not an option when you have been called to university studies.”
Why Choose ZTF University Institute?
Faith-Integrated Learning
Every discipline is taught through the lens of Christian values and biblical wisdom, preparing whole persons.
Academic Excellence
Built on the legacy of Prof. ZTF — a man whose 160+ publications ranked Africa's best — excellence is in our DNA.
African Context
Our programs are tailored to address African challenges, opportunities, and the unique calling of this continent.
Global Vision
We train graduates who think globally, collaborate internationally, and carry African wisdom to the world.
Study Online from Anywhere
ZTF University Institute offers flexible distance learning programmes for students across Africa and the diaspora.
Affiliations & Partners
Apply Today for 2025–2026
Begin your academic journey at ZTF University Institute — where faith meets excellence in the heart of Central Africa.
Latest News
ZTF University Marks Successful 2025 Graduation Ceremony
Over 100 graduates received their degrees and certificates at the annual ceremony in Bertoua.
Admissions Now Open for Academic Year 2026–2027
Apply now for all programmes across our 7 schools and 2 vocational training institutes.
IU-ZTF Students March at National Day Parade in Bertoua
Proudly representing ZTF University Institute at the National Day celebrations.