Qibla direction in Yaoundé
Short answerThe qibla in Yaoundé is 55° from true north, towards the north-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 3,626 km from Yaoundé. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 55° clockwise from north.
55°north-east
Allow access to the orientation sensor and hold your phone flat. When the arrow turns gold you are facing the qibla.
How to check the qibla
- Set your phone compass to true north (not magnetic) if possible.
- Stay away from metal, magnets and electronics.
- Turn until the compass reads 55°; that is the direction from Yaoundé to the Kaaba.