Central African Republic minors involved in sexual videos
Social media videos show adolescents in sexual acts, prompting calls for justice and parental guidance.
Videos depicting sexual acts involving adolescents, some of whom were minors at the time, have begun circulating on social media in the Central African Republic. The footage also appears to show alcohol consumption and, in some sequences, the presence of a weapon, raising concerns about coercion. Investigations are underway to determine the exact circumstances and responsibilities.
The images have sparked public outrage and calls for justice from internet users and civil society groups focused on child protection. The association "SENI TI A WALI" condemned the alleged acts and urged the public to protect the dignity and privacy of the young people involved. Minister of Youth, Sports, and Civic Education, Héritier Doneng, acknowledged the situation and stressed the importance of parental supervision for adolescents.
Two of the three boys implicated in the case are currently being held at the Unit for Mixed Rapid Intervention and Repression of Sexual Violence Against Women and Children (UMIRR) for questioning. The ongoing investigation aims to clarify the facts, establish accountability, and understand how the videos were produced and disseminated.
Why it mattersAdolescents in the Central African Republic are directly affected by the circulation of explicit videos on social media, raising concerns about their safety and privacy.