Seventeen days after its administrative closure, the Sino Mart supermarket in Yaounde reopened its doors this weekend, Friday, May 22, 2026. This reopening raises questions about the progress of the investigation into the acts of violence reported inside the store.
As a reminder, a video showing a Cameroonian employee subjected to physical abuse had created shockwaves on social media. Public outrage had prompted authorities to temporarily close the supermarket. The Minister of Labor and Social Security, Grégoire Owona, had condemned these acts and ordered an investigation. Several people were arrested.
Despite the reopening of the supermarket, no official information has been released regarding the findings of the investigation. The authorities' silence fuels speculation and criticism, as many voices call for transparency and justice for the victim. The lack of official communication on the judicial or administrative follow-up of this case raises concerns.
This case has become a symbol of debates on working conditions and respect for employee rights in Cameroon. The public expects clear answers and concrete measures to ensure that such incidents do not happen again. The reopening of Sino Mart comes in a context where vigilance remains regarding the treatment of employees and the application of labor law.
