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Last broadcast on Mon, 11 Jan 2010, 20:30 on BBC Radio 4 (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
Tim Whewell investigates the causes of a horrific spate of child sacrifices in Uganda and follows a former witch doctor who is now committed to stamping out the practice.
Witch-doctors reveal extent of child sacrifice in Uganda
Read reporter Tim Whewell's article investigating child sacrifice in Uganda, and watch his film for Newsnight.
View photos on witchcraft and child sacrifice in Uganda
Photos on witchcraft, traditional healing, and child sacrifice in Uganda. All photos by programme producer Keith Morris.
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Tim Whewell (right) was awarded the Best Radio Documentary prize at the 2010 One World Media Awards for his report on child sacrifices in Uganda.
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Thu 7 Jan 201011:00
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Mon 11 Jan 201020:30
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