10,000 E. African albinos in hiding after killings
The mistaken belief that albino body parts have magical powers has driven thousands of Africa's albinos into hiding, fearful of losing their lives and limbs to unscrupulous dealers who can make up to $75,000 selling a complete dismembered set.
Mary Owido, who lacks pigment that gives color to skin, eyes and hair, says she is only comfortable when at work or at home with her husband and ********.
"Wherever I go people start talking about me, saying that my legs and hands can fetch a fortune in Tanzania," said Owido, 36, a ****** of six. "This kind of talk scares me. I am afraid of going out alone."
Since 2007, 44 albinos have been ****** in Tanzania and 14 others have been slain in Burundi, sparking widespread fear among albinos in East Africa.
