The former Executive President of the Cameroon Baptist Convention (CBC), Rev. Dr. Nditemeh Charlemagne, has been appointed to two prominent positions within the global Baptist community by the Executive Committee of the Baptist World Alliance, BWA.
The former Executive President of the Cameroon Baptist Convention, CBC, Rev. Dr. Nditemeh Charlemagne has been appointed to two high-ranking positions within the Baptist World Alliance, BWA. The BWA one of the largest international fellowships of Baptist. The news of his appointment was rendered public on Sunday June 22. The appointments, confirmed by the BWA Executive Committee, place the respected Cameroonian theologian on the Commission on Baptist Doctrine and Christian Unity and the Commission on Multifaith Relations.
These commissions are central to the BWA’s mission of promoting doctrinal harmony among Baptists and fostering dialogue with other Christian and non-Christian faiths around the world. His five-year term begins in July 2025 and will run through July 2030, with his official induction to take place at the Baptist World Congress in Brisbane, Australia.
Global Impact, Local Legacy
Rev. Dr. Nditemeh’s appointment is viewed as a significant recognition of his longstanding contributions to theological education, Christian leadership, and interfaith advocacy. A seasoned pastor, author, and educator, he has taught in numerous theological institutions across Africa, including the Cameroon Baptist Theological Seminary, CBTS, in Ndu. During his time as head of the CBC, Rev. Dr. Nditemeh became a nationally recognized figure for his outspoken reformist stance.
His bold denunciation of what he labeled “systemic corruption” within the church’s leadership structure sparked national conversations and led to legal disputes. Despite the controversies, many within the religious and civil society space praised him for his courage and integrity. Speaking to local press shortly after the announcement, Rev. Dr. Nditemeh said, “This is not just a personal honor, but a call to represent Africa and Cameroon in conversations that will shape the future of the global church and interreligious cooperation.”
A Broader vision
The Commission on Baptist Doctrine and Christian Unity is tasked with fostering theological dialogue and encouraging cohesion among the over 51 million baptized believers that make up the BWA’s 178,000 member churches worldwide. Meanwhile, the Commission on Multifaith Relations works to build bridges between Baptists and other Christian denominations such as Anglicans, Catholics, Methodists, Presbyterians, and Lutherans, as well as with non-Christian faiths including Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and others.
By joining both commissions, Rev. Dr. Nditemeh is expected to contribute substantially to debates and initiatives surrounding global unity, doctrinal reflection, and interfaith understanding, areas that are increasingly critical in a world grappling with religious tensions and calls for peaceful coexistence.
About the BWA
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, in the United States, the Baptist World Alliance is one of the largest international fellowships of Baptist churches. Founded in 1905, the organization works to advance Christian unity, defend human rights, respond to humanitarian needs, and support theological education across continents.
