Welcome Sobans & Friends
SOBA America Recognized for Leadership
From national conventions to local chapters, Sobans have been honored for outstanding service and community building at the annual SOBA Leadership Awards.
Meet the Honorees
Soban Professor Earns Prestigious Fellowship
Dr. John Neba has been named a 2025 SOBA Genius Grant recipient for groundbreaking research in youth education, mentorship, and leadership empowerment.
Read About Dr. Neba
SOBA AMERICA
Committed to Sasse College, Our Communities, and the Future
Near the Buea Mountain, and high above the sea, stands Saint Joseph’s College Sasse (SJC Sasse), the powerhouse of education and excellence established in 1939. It remains one of Africa’s best.
Our Alma Mater
Cameroon’s Premier Institution of Boys’ Education Since 1939
Founded on February 1st, 1939
Established by the Mill Hill Missionaries in Buea, Southwest Cameroon.
First English-speaking college in Cameroon
Located at the foot of Mount Cameroon, a symbol of endurance and vision.
Catholic, all-boys boarding school
Providing generations of young men with moral, academic, and leadership excellence.
Sasse Anthem
O Sasse by the Mountain!
O Sasse by the Sea!
Sasse College Song
With St. Joseph ever near to guide us,
We are safe whatever may betide us,
From the storms and tempests he will guide us,
In the hollow of his hand.
One of the Major Goals
SOBA America is giving back
to our alma mater.
Donations help fund infrastructure, scholarships, and programs that advance education and community development. Your support is tax-deductible and changes lives.
Donation Progress — 37%
Spread over 25 states
We have lots of Chapters
Spread over 25 states
We have lots of Chapters
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- DC
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Texas
- Virginia
What Our Members Say
Stories from our vibrant alumni community who continue to make a difference worldwide.
Dr. Emmanuel N.
Charlotte, NC
“SOBA America connects generations through mentorship and shared purpose — a true brotherhood.”
Mrs. Angela F.
Houston, TX
“Through SOBA, I’ve found lifelong friends and meaningful opportunities to give back.”
Mr. Henry T.
Atlanta, GA
“The network has been invaluable both professionally and personally — the sense of unity is unmatched.”