Post-Election Protests Prompt Deaths, Calls for Justice in Cameroon

Following the October 12 presidential election in Cameroon, significant unrest and violence have erupted, with opposition figures like Tchiroma Bakary calling for a ghost town protest to resist the current regime, citing kidnappings and repression. The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed alarm over the deaths during post-election protests, urging security forces to avoid lethal force and demanding peaceful demonstrations alongside thorough investigations into the violence. International organizations like the New African Charter International (NACI) have condemned the escalating violence and called for global solidarity to prevent Cameroon from descending into a humanitarian crisis, highlighting ongoing abuses against civilians and political opponents. These groups emphasize the necessity for impartial investigations and justice for victims, warning against the use of violence and hate speech by political actors. The situation remains tense as calls for peace and accountability continue amid fears of further repression and instability.