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Disciples: The Cult of TB Joshua

Disciples: The Cult of TB Joshua

2024•2h 36m
Documentary

BBC Africa Eye unravel a shocking journey into a maze of manipulation and terrifying atrocities, perpetrated by one of the most powerful religious figures of the 21st century. This investigation contains detailed first-person testimony and historical footage as it delves into the experiences of those who were wooed by the world-famous pastor into his religious cult, only to suffer devastating consequences. Twelve survivors go on record, speaking out together for the first time.

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Production

BBC News

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

TB Joshua

Self (archive footage)

Rae

Self

Anneka Kinch

Self

Agomoh Paul

Self

Bisola Johnson

Self

Chloe Tonge

Self

Cara Lauchland

Self

Loulita

Self

Sihle Sibisi

Self

Jessica Kaimu

Self

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