Mafua Forcha Acha Now Julie Asonglefac
To her family, Mom was simply “Mami,” but to her community, she was Mafua Forcha. Born Acha Nwo Julie Forcha circa June 30, 1952, Mom was known for her quiet strength, brutal honesty, and strong determination. Mom wore many hats, seamlessly blending the responsibilities of family life, traditional/cultural leadership as a Mafua, with her love for our Lord Jesus Christ.
The first among her siblings, Mom was the beloved daughter of Forcha Achankeng Samuel and Ajablefac Emilia from Nchu-Ndungatet. Her father, Forcha Achankeng, was the grandson of Forcha Achangwo, the son of Njukang—both men of distinguished lineage and traditional leaders of the Nchu people. In June 1990, following the passing of her father, she formally assumed the traditional title of “Mafua Forcha.” This moment marked not only a transition of responsibility but also the continuation of a proud ancestral heritage—one rooted in honor, leadership, and service to others.
Predeceased by all her maternal siblings, she grew up with Anastacia Akoakem and Kuindiashuo, and her adopted younger sister, Lekeaka Stella—both of whom are remembered with deep love and reverence.
Mafua Forcha received her early education at the Roman Catholic Mission (RCM) School, Small Ekombe, where she developed a strong moral foundation grounded in faith and discipline. She later continued at Worldwide Mission Secondary School, Mpondo-Muyuka, where she obtained her Ordinary Level certificate.
Family life came next, where she met and married her husband of 48 years, Mr. Asonglefac Lawrence Njuzy (Nkemasong). In spite of life’s challenges, Mom stayed true to her calling as a mother, raising five kids—Dr. Jinkeng Asong, Atembeuh Asong, Major Asongafac Asong (UK Army), Emeanyi Asong, and Njukang Asong. She was fiercely dedicated to her children. Mom was the family entrepreneur, blending her love of agriculture with petty trading. In 1987, Mom enrolled at the University of Dschang, where she studied in the Faculty of Agronomy, graduating as an agricultural engineer. Her professional career in agriculture allowed her to work both in the Northwest (Mile III Nkwen and Mbengwi) and the Southwest regions (Buea).
Mafua Forcha’s life remains a testament to strength of character, faithfulness to heritage, and unwavering compassion for those around her. She was a devoted member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, believing in the promises of Christ. While we mourn Mom’s peaceful passing, we are comforted in the knowledge that at 4:25 p.m. on December 12, 2025, our Lord surely told her, “Welcome home, good and faithful servant.”
Mom leaves behind her beloved family, 10 grandchildren, many friends and well-wishers to cherish her memory, and her kids boldly proclaim: Proverbs 31:28 — “Her children rise up and call her blessed.”
We love you, Mom. Rest in God’s peace.
The Asong Family.
