The families of two South African engineers who have been detained in Equatorial Guinea for over a year are calling for their release. The United Nations has described their detention as arbitrary, while some believe it may be connected to a diplomatic standoff between South Africa and Equatorial Guinea.
Frederik Potgieter and Peter Huxham were arrested in February 2022, just two days after luxury properties and a yacht owned by the son of Equatorial Guinea President Obiang were seized in South Africa. The circumstances surrounding their detention remain unclear.
FRANCE 24’s An Wentzel has been following the story and reports on the ongoing efforts to secure the engineers’ release. The families of Potgieter and Huxham are appealing for assistance from the international community to help bring their loved ones home.
The situation highlights the challenges faced by individuals working in foreign countries, especially in politically sensitive environments. The families of the detained engineers are hoping for a swift resolution to the case and are urging the South African and Equatorial Guinean authorities to prioritize the well-being of their loved ones.
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