Although rare in the western world, albinism is quite common in sub-Saharan Africa, likely as a result of consanguineous alliances. [ 3 ] . Both parents, who may or may not be albinos themselves, must carry the gene if it is to be passed on to the child. Albinism occurs in both males and females and is not specific to any race or ethnic group.

2017年4月25日 · Albinos in Tanzania live in fear of witch doctors who prize their body parts, but they face a far greater threat just by spending time outdoors.

Not all albinos in Africa have the same luck and talent as Mr. Swaray. Malawian authorities announced that between January and May 2016 alone, six albinos were murdered, including 17-year-old...

2017年6月15日 · Slayings of people with albinism are common in Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique, where body parts are used in witchcraft rituals because of superstitions that they can bring riches, success,...

2023年3月20日 · The widespread discrimination against albinos in Africa is partially due to the much higher incidence rate. Around one in every 20,000 people worldwide is affected by albinism, but in Africa, the rate is much higher.

Persons with albinism face multiple human rights challenges including experiences of stigmatization and discrimination and harmful practices related to witchcraft accusations and ritual attacks. Since 2006, the Independent Expert received information on close to 800 cases reported across 28 countries, mainly in the Africa region.

2019年2月9日 · In many parts of East Africa, people with albinism are targeted for their body parts, which some believe hold magical powers and bring good fortune.

2025年1月9日 · The Africa Albinism Network engages a wide range of actors, supporting national-level grassroots responses to attacks and discrimination throughout the African continent, resulting in local and regional impact.

In Africa, it is estimated that 1 in every 5,000 to 15,000 people has albinism, with selected populations having estimates as high as 1 in 1,000. The impact of the condition on human rights and its perception by others, including its effect on social inclusion, vary by region.

2016年6月7日 · The report chronicles the day-to-day lives of those living with the condition, and details the extent of a recent surge in killings of albinos living in the landlocked country in southern...