Cry Witch: Take My Land, Take My Life premieres on BBC News this Saturday, 10 August 2024, at 10:30. The documentary series examines the disturbing reality of witchcraft-related killings in Kenya’s Kilifi coast, where elderly individuals fall victim to brutal attacks, often perpetrated by their own families.
In the opening episode, the series examines the underlying motives driving these heinous acts. Why are the elderly being targeted, and what role does the belief in witchcraft play in these communities? The episode promises to offer a compelling and insightful exploration of this dark side of Kenyan society.
With at least one life claimed each week, the series begins by investigating these violent attacks and the true motives that drive them. Are these really just acts of witchcraft, or is there something more sinister at play? The episode uncovers the disturbing truth that many of these attacks are financially motivated, with victims often being targeted for their land or property.
Cry Witch: Take My Land, Take My Life premieres on BBC News on Saturday, 10 August 2024, at 10:30.
