January 24, 2024, in Santa, Bamenda, Mezam State, northern Ambazonia, Cameroon Occupation Forces abducted, rape, and murdered a young lady in her business place. This horrific act left behind a grieving family and a helpless child. The deliberate targeting of an innocent civilian in an occupied territory constitutes a grave violation of International Laws, highlighting the brutal repression faced by Ambazonians under military occupation.

A War Crime Under International Humanitarian Law
The abduction, rape, and extrajudicial killing of the young woman by Cameroon Occupation Forces amount to a War Crime under International Laws. The Geneva Conventions and the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) explicitly prohibit sexual violence, murder, and other inhumane acts during armed conflict. The perpetrators violated Articles 3 and 27 of the Geneva Conventions, which safeguard civilians from acts of violence against their life, dignity, and physical integrity. By abducting and murdering the woman, the occupation forces showed utter contempt for international legal norms and humanitarian principles.

Violation of Fundamental Human Rights
The abduction and brutal killing of the young lady represent a direct violation of fundamental human rights, including the right to life, security, and dignity. Cameroon Occupation Forces continue to use violence as a tool of oppression in Ambazonia, subjecting civilians to terror and fear. This crime inflicted deep psychological and emotional suffering on the victim’s family, particularly her child, whose life is now shattered by the loss of their mother. Such violations defy the core principles of human rights enshrined in International Laws and must be condemned globally.

State-Sanctioned Violence and Impunity
The persistent abduction and killing of civilians by Cameroon Occupation Forces in Ambazonia underscore the regime’s disregard for international legal obligations. The absence of accountability for such heinous crimes emboldens the military to continue its campaign of terror. The international community must take decisive action to hold those responsible accountable under International Laws, ensuring justice for the victims and preventing further atrocities.

Call for Justice and International Intervention
The abduction, rape, and murder of the young lady in Santa, Bamenda, should not go unpunished. The international community must intervene to end the impunity of Cameroon Occupation Forces and ensure justice for victims in Ambazonia. Upholding International Laws is crucial to protecting human rights and preventing further war crimes in Ambazonia.