Longue Longue Exposes Human Rights Abuses in Cameroon

By Edwin -

Cameroonian musician Longue Longue has bravely opened up about a traumatic chapter in his life, sharing a deeply moving video that recounts his experience of torture at the hands of state security forces during an unlawful arrest in 2019. 



Released on October 23, 2024, the video takes us through the harrowing details of his time in detention at the Sawa Hotel in Douala. Longue Longue's suffering stemmed from his outspoken belief that Maurice Kamto was the rightful winner of the 2018 presidential election—a stance that came at a devastating personal cost.

Longue Longue's story is not merely an isolated incident; it shines a light on a heart-wrenching pattern of human rights violations faced by many in Cameroon. Countless journalists and activists have found themselves in similar positions, enduring illegal arrests and horrific treatment. Tragically, for some, this brutal reality has led to loss of life. The silence from the government regarding these abuses only deepens the wounds, leaving victims and their families searching for justice in a system that often turns a blind eye.

Longue Longue's revelations reveal a grave issue within the Cameroonian security forces, where torture and inhumane treatment have become disturbingly commonplace. The absence of a governmental response to these serious allegations raises critical questions about the state of human rights in Cameroon.

As the international community looks on, the urgency for reform and accountability grows ever more pressing, especially for those who have endured unimaginable suffering at the hands of state officials. Longue Longue’s courage in sharing his story serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of oppression, and it calls for collective action to ensure that such injustices are addressed and never repeated.

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