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Acquittal of Daud Juma Due to Procedural Errors in Witchcraft Murder Case

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  • The Court of Appeal has acquitted Mr. Daud Juma, also known as Nkimbili, who was previously sentenced to death.
  • He was convicted for the murder of his aunt, Ms. Christina Juma, due to allegations of witchcraft.
  • The case was linked to accusations regarding his wife's reproductive issues.
  • The acquittal was based on procedural errors and discrepancies in the original trial.
  • Mr. Juma's release highlights issues within the judicial process concerning witchcraft-related cases in Tanzania.

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The Court of Appeal has set free Mr Daud Juma, alias Nkimbili, who was sentenced to hang for murdering his aunt, Ms Christina Juma, over witchcraft allegations related to his wife’s reproductive complications.

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