THE question of whether juju, black magic, or superstitious practices play a role in football is a complex one, shrouded in mystery and controversy. While many dismiss it as mere superstition, others swear by its effectiveness. Some time back, a video circulating on social media stirred the football-juju debate. The footage showed players from Rwanda top flight clubs Mukura and Rayon Sports engaged in a heated altercation, allegedly sparked by suspicions of juju. According to journalist Hamza Nkuutu, Mukura’s goalkeeper was caught planting “something” on the goal line before the game. Rayon Sports, alerted by their bench, then proceeded to remove the suspected juju, leading to two disruptions in the match. This incident is just one example of the widespread...