Annie Ikpa

Annie Ikpa, a UK-based activist, leads the charge against child sacrifice in Uganda, shedding light on her seven-year journey to enact change. She reveals the shocking reasons behind this horrific practice and how children are typically targeted. Stories of survivors highlight the severe trauma left behind. Annie discusses the cultural beliefs that perpetuate these rituals and the ongoing legislative challenges faced by activists. She emphasizes collective action and raising awareness as vital steps to combat this atrocity and protect vulnerable children.

Annie Ikpa, a freelance video editor turned campaigner who helped push Uganda’s law against child sacrifice. She recounts meeting survivors, exposing how children are taken and exploited, the economics and secrecy behind the trade, designing targeted legislation, and the tense fight to get it passed. She also reflects on recovery, community prevention and the ongoing work to make the law effective.