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Tanzanian Teen Killed After Assault Over Circumcision Ceremony

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  • An 18-year-old girl named Jackline Mteresa was killed in Isango Village, Rorya District, Mara Region after being assaulted by her uncle.
  • The attack occurred because she attended a traditional circumcision ceremony.
  • A 16-year-old girl, Rhobi Werema, was also attacked and is currently hospitalized at Kinesi Health Centre for severe injuries.
  • The injuries inflicted on Rhobi Werema were reportedly caused by her biological father during the same incident.

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An 18-year-old resident of Isango Village in Rorya District, Mara Region, has died after allegedly being beaten by her uncle for attending a traditional circumcision ceremony. The deceased, Ms Jackline Mteresa, was attacked alongside her 16-year-old friend, Ms Rhobi Werema, who is currently admitted to Kinesi Health Centre receiving treatment for severe injuries inflicted by her biological father.

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