How does the smart matching work?

When you report a lost or found item, our algorithm compares it against all existing reports using category, document numbers, serial numbers, color, brand, model, and location. If the confidence score reaches 70% or higher, both parties are notified.

How do I pay the finder's reward?

Once a match is confirmed, you can pay the finder's reward directly through the app using MTN MoMo or Orange Money. The platform takes a 20% service fee, and the finder receives the rest instantly.

Is WeFoundIt free to use?

Yes! Reporting lost or found items is completely free for individual users. You only pay when you choose to reward a finder. Institutions can subscribe to premium plans starting at 25,000 XAF/month.

Can institutions like police stations use WeFoundIt?

Yes! Police stations, bus parks, universities, and hotels can register as institutions with bulk item registration, a dedicated dashboard, analytics, and priority matching.

What if I can't find a match right away?

Your report stays active for 30 days. Our matching algorithm runs every time a new item is reported, so you'll be notified automatically if a match appears later. You can also boost your report for more visibility.

How do I prove an item is mine?

When you claim a found item, you may be asked to provide proof of ownership, a receipt, a photo of you with the item, the serial number, or a description of unique features. This protects finders from false claims.

Is my personal information safe on WeFoundIt?

Absolutely. Your phone number and email are never shown to other users, they are automatically obscured. All communication happens through secure in-app chat. We never share your data with third parties.

How much does it cost to collect a found ID document?

The collection fee for any identification document (CNI, passport, driver's license, student ID) is a flat 3,000 XAF. Pay in person at the partner location when you pick up your document.

How do finders earn rewards on WeFoundIt?

When a finder registers a found item and it's matched with an owner, the owner pays a reward. The finder receives 85% of the reward instantly via MTN MoMo or Orange Money. Default rewards range from 2,000 to 20,000 XAF depending on item type.

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Lost and Found in Cameroon, The Complete Guide (2026)

WeFoundIt Team

July 7, 2026

Every year, thousands of Cameroonians lose identification documents, phones, wallets, and personal items. Until recently, recovering them was nearly impossible, you'd file a police report, hope for the best, and usually end up paying for expensive replacements.

WeFoundIt changes that. We're a digital platform that connects people who've lost items with those who've found them, using AI-powered matching, partner collection points, and transparent pricing.

The Lost and Found Landscape in Cameroon

Cameroon has 29 million people and 31.5 million mobile connections. Items get lost in taxis, bus parks, markets, universities, and public spaces every day. The most commonly lost items are:

National ID Cards (CNI), the most critical document for daily life
Driver's Licenses (Permis de Conduire), expensive to replace (15,000-25,000 XAF)
Student IDs, needed for exams and campus access
Phones, Samsung, Tecno, Itel, iPhone
Wallets, with cash, cards, and documents

Traditional Methods (Slow and Expensive)

1. Police Declaration (Déclaration de Perte)

Filing an attestation de perte at the commissariat is the first step. Cost: Free to 2,000 XAF. But this only helps with replacement, it doesn't help you find the original.

2. Radio Announcements

CRTV and local FM stations read lost-and-found announcements. Effective but slow and limited reach.

3. Word of Mouth

Asking around at bus parks, taxi stands, and markets. Hit-or-miss.

The Modern Solution: WeFoundIt

WeFoundIt digitizes the entire process:

For People Who Lost Something:

Go to app.wefoundit.space
Search by your name (for ID documents) or description
If found → collect from partner location for 3,000 XAF
If not found → report it, get notified when it appears

For People Who Found Something:

Drop it off at your nearest Drivers Union Post
Or WhatsApp us at +237 678 06 09 46
We register it on the platform (AI reads the document)
The owner finds it and collects it

Coverage Areas

WeFoundIt currently operates in Buea and the South West Region, with plans to expand to:

Douala (Littoral)
Yaoundé (Centre)
Bamenda (North West)
Bafoussam (West)
Limbe, Kumba, and surrounding areas

Pricing

Service	Cost
Report a lost item	FREE
Search for your item	FREE
Collect ID document	3,000 XAF
Collect other items	Variable (set by admin)

Why WeFoundIt Wins

✅ 362+ items already recovered, real documents you can search now
✅ AI-powered, reads document names automatically
✅ Partner network, Drivers Union Posts across the region
✅ Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
✅ Bilingual, English and French

Start searching now: app.wefoundit.space/browse

Lost something? Report it now. / Perdu quelque chose?

Join thousands of Cameroonians using WeFoundIt to find their belongings.
Rejoignez des milliers de Camerounais qui utilisent WeFoundIt.

Get Started Free / Commencer Gratuitement →

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