Superstition

Superstition

Samalia Bala’s arrest in Nigeria for witchcraft is a travesty – he must be released immediately

Leo Igwe -
The Advocacy for Alleged Witches (AfAW) urges the Zamfara state government in Nigeria to release Samalia Bala, who has been falsely imprisoned for witchcraft.
Superstition

Catching Killers, Not Curses: how to investigate Africa’s ‘Money Ritual’ crimes

Keith K Silika, Sani K Bayero -
Many ritualistic murders in Africa are under-investigated, with evidence written off as superstition, rather than clues as to the perpetrators.
Superstition

Are scholars legitimising witch hunting in post-colonial Africa?

Leo Igwe -
By refusing to accept that witches are a mere superstition, academics in Africa unwittingly give cover to those who victimise in the name of witch-hunts
Superstition

The normalisation of superstition and human sacrifice in Indian society

Akshit Mishra -
Despite laws to promote a scientific mindset, superstition continues to flourish in India, with the media reluctant to call out fake gurus
Superstition

Kiasu: superstition, or Singapore’s quiet multicultural strength?

Ong Ming Jun -
The 'Kiasu' mindset might explain why Singaporeans of different beliefs coexist so happily – it's better to try to fit in, than to risk missing out
Health

Paging Dr Superstitious: Why Singaporean medics believe steamed buns are bad luck

Bruce Phang -
Doctors in Asia believing it's bad luck to eat steamed buns during a shift shows that even the medically minded are susceptible to superstition
Superstition

Advocacy for Alleged Witches: African skepticism in action

Leo Igwe -
The Western notion of "magical Africa" has become a liability - as we seen from accusations of witchcraft, and their deadly consequences
Superstition

What effect can superstitions have on your mental health?

Manisha Devdas Sawlani -
Superstitions can often seem fairly harmless for most people, but for some they can become repetitive, compulsive and a signal of a need for real help
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