United Nations — In some countries in sub-Saharan Africa, people with albinism are attacked for their body parts which are prized in witchcraft for use as lucky charms or in magic potions
Increased funding and awareness campaigns are helping to slow the rates of violence against people with albinism in Africa, according to officials and campaigners.
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