Concerns Over Traditional Healers Causing Violence and Crime in Society
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TLDR
- There are concerns that traditional healers operating without licenses may increase the risk of violence and crime in society.
- The issue has been highlighted in Tabora, Tanzania, where 11 traditional healers were recently arrested.
- Authorities are emphasizing the need for regulation of traditional healing practices to ensure community safety.
- Unlicensed traditional healers are believed to contribute to activities that threaten public security.