How a bizarre ‘genital theft’ rumour led to 80+ deaths in Africa
- More than 80 people have been killed in six African countries after a false rumour led to violent attacks.
- The rumour claims that people can make another person’s genitals disappear or shrink simply by touching them.
- People accused of causing the supposed “theft” were attacked by angry mobs, with some beaten, stabbed or burned to death.
- The rumour spread rapidly on TikTok and Facebook, reaching eight African countries and triggering panic and violence.
Source: firstpost.com
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