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Rumours of genital shrinking trigger panic and mob violence in Congo

Rumours about alleged genital shrinking have caused public panic and mob violence in Congo. The supplied report does not specify the scale of injuries or disruption.

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Why it matters

Misinformation-driven violence can spread rapidly and threaten public safety and social stability.

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  1. How rumours of 'genital shrinking' triggered panic and mob violence in Congo ↗thehindu.com · Recorded source date: Sep 5, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC

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