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The Covid superstitions putting people with albinism at risk

The Covid superstitions putting people with albinism at risk

FromThe Story


The Covid superstitions putting people with albinism at risk

FromThe Story

ratings:
Length:
22 minutes
Released:
Apr 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In sub-Saharan Africa, people with albinism – those born without pigmentation in their skin, hair and eyes – have long been discriminated against and even hunted for their body parts, which are thought to hold magical healing powers. And during the pandemic, fear and misinformation have led some to embrace superstition over science, blaming people with albinism for the virus.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.Guests:- Robert Shivambu, South Africa media manager at Amnesty International.- Irene George, a woman living with albinism.- Cosmas Maduhu, lawyer and activist living with albinism.Host: Manveen Rana.Clips used: Channel 4, ABC News, BBC, Click on Detroit, United Nations, Al Jazeera, Amnesty International. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Apr 1, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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One remarkable story, told in depth, each day. Our daily news podcast takes you to the heart of the stories that matter, with exclusive access and reporting. Published for the start of your day and hosted by Manveen Rana and David Aaronovitch.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.