US Deportees Report Abuse in Equatorial Guinea Detention Facility

Witnesses and human rights attorneys have reported alarming incidents involving two men deported from the United States to Equatorial Guinea. After being expelled under the Trump administration, the men, one from Egypt and the other from Eritrea, were subjected to violence, including being bound, hooded, and beaten, all witnessed by other deportees. Following this brutal treatment, they were transferred to a local prison. Currently, approximately 30 other detainees remain confined at the Hotel Bamy, situated on the outskirts of Malabo, after their removal from the United States. Reports indicate that these individuals believe the violent actions against the two men were a form of retaliation for speaking out about the poor living conditions and violence they have experienced in the hotel. Survivors of this incident have expressed fear and anxiety, reliving traumatic memories of the abuse. They worry about potential repercussions for advocating for their rights and the dire situation they face in Equatorial Guinea. Human rights groups have raised urgent concerns regarding the treatment of these deportees and are calling for immediate action to ensure their safety and humane treatment.