Hello my Freaky Darlings, As some of you might have heard, my brother was shot 17 times on the 1st of February at 4m. He miraculously survived. He's already undergone a couple rounds of emergency surgeries and still has a whole bunch more ahead of him. Due to an ongoing police investigation I can't divulge … Continue reading Life in a War Zone
Horrific Crimes
Muti Killing and Mob Justice
Around this time last year, a 9 year old girl and her 4 year old brother were kidnapped on their way to a tuck shop to buy sweets, but they didn't make it back home. The little boy was returned, after an extensive search, by three unknown men. When questioned, the boy said that his … Continue reading Muti Killing and Mob Justice
Machete Gangs mutilate for Traditional Medicine
At least 300 people are killed every year in South Africa for muti. Muti is a traditional medicine made out of human and animal body parts as well as herbs and other natural products including urin and blood. A nine year old boy,was recently attacked while taking a leek in the bushes. His attacker sliced … Continue reading Machete Gangs mutilate for Traditional Medicine
South African Crime Statistics
South Africa is known for its high crime rate. The horrific topics that come up in Shadows are pretty much run of the mill stuff here in Johannesburg. Children as young as one or two are raped, because it's believed that if you rape a virgin you'll be cured of AIDS. (Yes, They actually believe … Continue reading South African Crime Statistics
