3 nabbed after being hired to kill suspected witch
Police in Mazabuka have arrested three individuals hired to kill a 75-year-old woman accused of practicing witchcraft. According to the law enforcement agency the three, a man among them were…
Of charms, chameleons, and Presidential perils: a satirical tale of witchcraft and politics in Zambia
By Dr Lawrence Mwelwa As the world races toward an era defined by artificial intelligence, space exploration, and groundbreaking medical innovations, Zambia has found itself at the center of a…
The police, the law and the dark art of witchcraft
Inspector General of Police, Graphael Musamba’s love and reliance for fables and fictitious stories that masquerade as intelligence information but forms the basis of malicious prosecution against political opponents, has…
‘Witchdoctors’ arrested for attempting to bewitch President Hichilema story is embarrassing Zambia
Dr. Leo Igwe has written to President Hakainde Hichilema calling for the withdraw of the charges slapped against the suspected witchdoctors and has called for their immediate release. Igwe says…
AfAW urges end to witch hunts in Commonwealth countries
Dear Madam Secretary General, End Witch hunts in Commonwealth Countries On behalf of the Advocacy for Alleged Witches, an organisation that campaigns to end witch hunting in Africa, I
‘Witchcraft’ and Court System in Tanzania
By Leo Igwe The Advocacy for Alleged Witches welcomes the discharge of six persons convicted and jailed for five years for practicing witchcraft in Tanzania. As reported, Justice Abubakar Mirsha…
Advocacy for Alleged Witches and Freedom of Religion or Belief Misunderstood
By Leo Igwe There is an intersection between freedom of religion or belief (FORB) and witch persecution or ritual attacks, this his link needs to be explored and properly situated…
Has witchcraft become forbidden topic in schools?
By Leo Igwe This question has become pertinent given recent developments in the course of arranging a lecture for a guest professor from the US. This professor who holds a…
Chieftainess Mwenda urges citizens not to kill suspected witches
Chieftainess Mwenda of the Basanje Tonga speaking people of Chikankata district of Southern province has advised Karavinas who have gone on rampage gunning down people suspected of practicing witchcraft in…
DC cautions communities on witchcrafts
ZANIS – MBALA District Commissioner, Annie Paul has cautioned communities in the area to avoid scaring government workers through witchcraft practices. According to ZANIS, Mrs. Paul said it is unfortunate…