EASTERN PROVINCE RWAMAGANA — It is inconceivable but true that some Rwandans still cherish the power of witchcraft in solving their problems. Police in Rwamagana has arrested a man for allegedly conning a woman of Rwf2 million to help her win a husband using the superficial powers. Jean Bosco Gatete, was arrested recently after the woman reported the case to police. Talking from the police station, however, Gatete claimed innocence, saying he had a written agreement with the victim. “The woman approached me a couple of weeks ago, so that I may help her get permanently the man he loved most on this earth. But she wasn’t patient enough and rushed to the police. She was supposed to wait until mid August for the results,” he said. When The New Times asked how much he charges his clients, Gatete explained that the charges depend on individual needs of the clients. “The charges differ depending on a given case. I treat diseases related to kidney, liver, heart, etc. But when it comes to the case the woman said above, it is expensive. She had to pay Rwf2 m to get a husband,” the ‘doctor’ elaborated. Gatete is currently held at the Rwamagana Police station pending prosecution. He is accused of obtaining money by false pretence. Ends
