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Kenyan Elders Beaten, Set on Fire in Witch Hunt

[Warning: Graphic Images] Al Jazeera: Dozens of villagers in the Kenyan district of Kisii are falling prey to superstitious groups accusing them of witchcraft.



The poverty-stricken western district, known as Kenya’s sorcery belt, has seen an increase in mob attacks on individuals and even killings.



The poor and elderly in particular are being targeted.



Three months ago, a group of youths tortured five suspected witches before setting them on fire.


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