The Mfou Court has delivered its verdict in the case involving Saint Désir Atango, sentencing him to five years in prison for incest with his own daughters. The announcement was made on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, bringing an end to a trial that has captured the attention of the Cameroonian public.
During the hearing, Atango admitted to the charges against him, confessions that weighed heavily in the verdict. In addition to the incest charges, elements relating to mystical practices were mentioned, adding an emotional and sensitive dimension to the case.
The case has had complex judicial consequences for the victims. While one of the daughters was released, the other was sentenced to three years in prison, a sentence she is currently serving with her infant. This situation highlights the challenges faced by incest victims and the complexities of the justice system in such cases.
Leaving the courthouse, the mother and the released daughter were visibly distraught, unable to find words to express the impact of the drama on their lives.
Incest is a serious problem in Cameroon, often surrounded by silence and taboos. The consequences for victims can be devastating, with lasting psychological trauma. The conviction of Saint Désir Atango underscores the need to break the silence and fight against all forms of sexual violence, especially within families.
Atango's conviction brings an end to a judicial chapter, but the reconstruction of the victims is only just beginning.
