In the world of mysticism and magic, there are many intriguing and mysterious figures. One such figure is the mystic with black widow magic. This enigmatic individual possesses a unique and potent form of magic that is both fascinating and dangerous. Black widow magic is a dark and intense form of sorcery that draws its power from the symbolism and characteristics of the black widow spider. Just like the spider, this magic is deceptively delicate yet deadly. It is characterized by its ability to manipulate and ensnare its victims, like the spider entraps its prey in its delicate web.

Kisii 'witches' lynching task force begins public hearings

A task force formed by Kisii Governor James Ongwae to investigate the lynching of suspected witches will start public hearings today.

Task force boss Edna Kagwana, who is also the Administration executive, said they are expected to table their report in a month.

“We shall start with Marani, which is the scene of the lynching of suspected witches and proceed to all subcounty headquarters.

"Those unable to attend the public hearings can send their submissions through memorandum and questionnaires,” Kangwana said.

They expect submissions from scholars, religious leaders, Law Society of Kenya, the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, media, Abagusii Culture and Development Council, alternative medicine providers and experts in Gusii culture.

The KNCHR though the chief executive officer Bernard Mogesa hailed the governor for inaugurating a task force to establish the circumstances under which poor and elderly persons are victimised and accused of witchcraft.

The 17-member task force will examine circumstances that led to the extra judicial killings of elderly persons at Marani on allegations of witchcraft.

The assessment entails identifying drivers of the phenomenon, forms of response, the role of the youth in the killings.

Also, social stratification of the suspicions in terms of age, education level, wealth, gender and health status.

While launching the task force, Ongwae said the issue of witchcraft was being used as a scapegoat to victimise some members of the community especially the elderly and widows, for ulterior motives.

“It is unfortunate that in the 21st century as a civilised society, we are still steeped in the archaic and mythical beliefs on fabled witches in our midst without any evidence,” the governor said.

ILLEGAL WITCH-HUNT: Kisii Governor James Ongwae when he formed the task force.
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Governor Ongwae formed the task force following a public uproar over the lynching of the four women on suspicion of being witches.

Three of the women Sindege Mayaka, Agnes Ototo and Jemimah Mironga were buried during an emotional ceremony at Nyagonyi primary school. Another victim Sigara Onkware was buried two weeks ago.

Kisii deputy governor Joash Maangi who attended the burial said, “Nobody has a right to end the life of anyone. We condemn this and challenge the state to ensure perpetrators are brought to book.”

Marani assistant County Commissioner Julius Rono said they will not relent until the perpetrators are nabbed and prosecuted.

Human rights lawyer Harun Ndubi said, “I have never seen a witch. It is against human rights and all laws to kill someone.

"Why do we have many churches if we still believe in witchcraft? Why don’t we hear of these things in settlements of the rich? Why is it common among the poor? Ndubi asked.

(Edited by Bilha Makokha)

ILLEGAL WITCH-HUNT: Administration executive Edna Kangwana who chairs the task force addressing mourners.
Image: ANGWENYI GICHANA

ILLEGAL WITCH-HUNT: Kisii deputy governor Joash Maangi confers with the task force chairman Edna Kangwana and member Edward Begiu.
Image: ANGWENYI GICHANA

Kenyan Witchhunt Leaves 11 Burned To Death

Officials in Kenya say a mob has killed 11 people accused of being witches and wizards, in some cases slitting their throats or clubbing them to death before burning their bodies.

A local official says up to 300 young men moved from house to house, using a list of suspected witches and wizards and the kind of spells they were believed to have cast on the community. One local official says the victims are being accused of "making the bright children in the community dumb."

A police spokesman says eight women and three men — most over the age of 70 — were hunted down and killed. Another officer says the mob set 36 homes on fire and threw the victims' bodies back inside.

Deputy police spokesman Charles Owino says the mob hunted down the eight women and three men in two villages in the western Kenya district of Kisii Central. Owino says most of the victims were between 70 and 90 years old.

Senior administrator Njoroge Ndirangu says the mob used a list Tuesday night and Wednesday morning to hunt down people they said were suspected witches and wizards.

"These people identified who is to be killed by accusing their victims of bewitching their sons and daughters," says Ndirangu. Ndirangu is the commissioner in charge of Kisii Central district.

First published on May 21, 2008 / 12:04 PM EDT

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Kenya mob reportedly burns 11 ‘witches’

A group of up to 300 young men burned to death 11 people suspected of being witches and wizards in western Kenya, officials said.

Residents of the western Kenyan village of Nyakeo peep through the window of a house where a person was killed by villagers on suspicion of being involved in witchcraft activities. AFP - Getty Images

A group of up to 300 young men have burned to death 11 people suspected of being witches and wizards in western Kenya — in some cases slitting their victims' throats or clubbing them to death before burning their bodies, officials said.

The gang moved from home to home through two villages, identifying their victims by using a list with names of suspected witches and wizards and the kind of spells they were believed to have cast on the community, said Ben Makori, a local councilor.

"The villagers are complaining that the (suspected) wizards and witches are making the bright children in the community dumb. These (suspected) witches are not doing good things to us," Makori told The Associated Press on the phone.

Deputy police spokesman Charles Owino said the gang hunted down the eight women and three men in the western Kenya villages of Kekoro and Matembe. Most of the victims were between 70 and 90 years old, Owino said.

Senior administrator Njoroge Ndirangu said the gang hunted down their victims Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.

Victims slashed or clubbed
In some cases the gang pulled the victims out of their homes, slit their throats or clubbed them to death, said a police officer, speaking on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to talk to the media.

The victims were then thrown back into their homes, which the gang had already set on fire, the officer said. He said 36 houses were burned.

Another police officer, Mwaura Njoroge, said the body of a victim burned to death in her house was, "reduced to something so small, you cannot tell which is the leg and which is the arm."

"How can they (the young men) prove that a person is a wizard? It is likely that the people who committed these killings had personal vendettas against their victims," Njoroge said.

"These people identified who is to be killed by accusing their victims of bewitching their sons and daughters," said Ndirangu, the commissioner in charge of Kisii Central district, where one of the villages is located.

Ndirangu said that residents are superstitious and have often targeted suspected witches and wizards, but this week's attack was the most shocking in recent years.

The police officer who spoke on condition of anonymity said investigators had little hope of making progress because the villagers have refused to identify the people who carried out attacks.

It is characterized by its ability to manipulate and ensnare its victims, like the spider entraps its prey in its delicate web. The mystic with black widow magic is a master of manipulation and control. They possess an uncanny ability to influence others, using their magic to weave a web of enchantment and persuasion.

Their spells and incantations are crafted with precision, designed to lure in their target and capture their minds and hearts. However, this power comes with a price. The mystic with black widow magic must constantly walk the line between good and evil, as their magic can easily tip into the realm of darkness. The black widow spider is known for its predatory nature, and the same can be said for this mystic's magic. They must be wary of the temptations and allure of the dark side of their power, for once consumed by it, there may be no turning back. Despite the dangers, the mystic with black widow magic can be a powerful ally or a formidable foe. Their ability to manipulate and control can be harnessed for both good and evil purposes. It is up to the individual to decide how they will use their magic and whether they will succumb to its darker temptations. In conclusion, the mystic with black widow magic is an intriguing and complex figure in the world of mysticism and magic. Their ability to manipulate and ensnare others sets them apart from other practitioners of the craft. However, they must navigate the treacherous path between light and darkness, as their magic has the potential to veer into the realm of darkness. The mystic with black widow magic serves as a reminder that power, even in the form of magic, should be wielded with caution and responsibility..

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