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Topic: Witchcraft

Kenya's 'night runner': How a rural ritual with links to witchcraft became an urban staple

By The Conversation   2026-01-16 13:49:58

By describing a night runner as someone who moves against the grain, Mochama turned night running into a metaphor for life in the city after dark.

Man, 74 hacked to death over witchcraft claims as killings hit 94

By Marion Kithi   2025-12-16 09:39:22

The assailants attacked Changawa Kambi Rimba, 74, while he was in his compound preparing for his son’s burial.

Man charged with threatening to kill mother over witchcraft claims

By Lilian Chepkoech   2025-11-19 08:53:31

Philip Mumo is said to have, without lawful excuse, threatened to kill his mother, Jane Katiku, on October 28 at her house in Reuben slums.

Tassia woman faces assault charges over witchcraft, husband-snatching claims

By Lilian Chepkoech   2025-11-14 13:08:30

A woman from Tassia has found herself in legal trouble after allegations of witchcraft, husband snatching, and a physical altercation with her former friend led to assault charges.