Child Abuse in Africa

One of the most vicious forms of child abuse happening in some African countries such as Nigeria and The Democratic Republic of Congo is the torturing of children who have been accused of witchcraft. This malevolent practice significantly perpetrated by Pentecostal preachers who prey on people's ignorance to exploit them. The matter has recently come to light through reports from various news sources. It is a shame that this ignominious activity happens even among Africans in the Diaspora, as is currently the case in the UK. Accusing children of witchcraft is a practice that is based in ignorance; it must be strongly challenged if Africa is to break away from those traditions that hold it back. I deal with this matter in my recent book.