Released in 1986, “Zamina Mina (Zangalewa)” is a legendary Cameroonian makossa track created by members of the Cameroonian Presidential Guard. Originally recorded as a satirical military song, it paid tribute to African skirmishers (tirailleurs) who fought in World War II, while also playfully mocking African officers who collaborated with colonial authorities. Due to its massive success, the group Golden Sounds later renamed themselves Zangalewa. The group’s members included Jean Paul Zé Bella,