These are a few headlines I found in one of our reputable national daily newspapers I picked up the other day to get the Ugandan scoop on President Obama:
“Obama-Mania Hits Ugandan Fans”
Due to the fact that Mr. Obama is a real African, nearly 100% of Uganda “voted” for him in the recent elections, in expectation that their distant relative would then funnel all kinds of money to East Africa in honor of his roots. No one knows what he stands for, what his platform is, or anything else about the man, but they love their brother dearly.
“Child Rights Abusers Warned”
Because child abuse is prevalent in the majority of Ugandan households, cases of corporal punishment in schools, torture, child sacrifice, rape, child brides, forced school drop-outs and incest have come to the attention of local officials. An inset photo shows a girl of around nine years with chain and padlock on her wrists for stealing. Authorities have cautioned abusers to stop it.
“How To Stop Child Sacrifice In Your Area.”
Another article states, “The bizarre act of sacrificing children by traditional healers is back…” and reports on multiple instances of the murderous practice in recent days around the country. The writer reminds community leaders of their responsibility to put an end to the sacrifices, instructing them to keep a close eye on all traditional healers (witchdoctors) in their villages.
“Albinos Live In Fear As People Seek Their Body Parts For Witchcraft”
The paper tells us that around 30 individuals with an unusually low amount of melanin have been killed in Tanzania this year by witchdoctors who sell arms, legs, hair, skin, and genitals to folks who posess a demonic belief that these members will enrich their lives. Midwives are known to kill babies born with the skin condition, declaring them stillborn and burying them secretly, while albino school children fear kidnapping by the proponents of this lucrative black market trade.
Just another day in Africa. God have mercy on these precious people so bound and blinded by the enemy of their souls.
Sounds like just another day in the life of Africa alright!
I’ve been reading through a couple of your posts and it sounds like you are living a parrallel life to mine. Replace the fish eyes with goat eyes and you’re me! or I’m you?
It’s tough work isn’t it? Keep it up! Blessings…
Sounds like Kenyan news on two out of three… How goes it across the lake???