Cameroon

Kumba Women Turn to Human Rights Commission to Combat Drug Abuse

Over 100 women from Kumba, South West, have taken their fight against escalating drug abuse among youths in Meme Division to the Cameroon Human Rights Commission (CHRC).

They voiced their grievances before the CHRC Branch Manager, Tambe Tiku, in Buea on Thursday, October 31, 2024, calling for urgent action to curb drug abuse and related violence that has troubled their community.

The women voiced their deep frustration about their ongoing efforts to tackle substance abuse issues, which they claim have faced repeated neglect.

Their campaigns, which have included street protests and appeals to local law enforcement, have yet to yield any meaningful change, as drug consumption continues to ensnare more youths in the region.

“We have protested, cried, and sought help from law enforcement and local authorities in Meme, but our efforts have been in vain,” one of the women shared.

“We see the Cameroon Human Rights Commission as our last resort.”

Tambe Tiku, South West Branch Manager of the CHRC, assured the women that their concerns would take priority.

He promised to seek decisive actions through appropriate channels, emphasizing the CHRC’s dedication to addressing the crisis in Kumba.

“The women’s grievances stem from frustrations with local authorities. They feel abandoned, as officers reportedly tip off drug suppliers instead of enforcing the law,” he said. “They have come to our office because of this injustice, and I am dedicated to achieving a drug-free Kumba.”

Determined to see tangible results, the women have set an ambitious goal: to rid Kumba of drugs and dismantle supply networks by January 2025.

Their relentless pursuit of justice underscores a community’s desperate plea for safety and reform.

Mimi Mefo Info

Claude Kengfack

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