EP 115 - THE MNGWA!

There is a cryptid in Tanzania that has been terrorizing the locals since the 1900’s. No I'm not talking about the Popobawa this time, but rather a cryptid of the more feline variety. In a special episode inspired by the recent loss of our beloved intern/co-host Skitty we are covering the story of the Mngwa. This cat cryptid is said to be as large as a lion with leopard features, covered with gray fur that has black stripes. Join us for this week's episode and thank you for all the support. Enjoy!

Tanzania on a map

More info on this weeks cryptid

A medicine man from Tanzania

The African Golden Cat

The Popobawa

SOURCE MATERIALS:

For the story:

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For the Image:

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7. Art UK, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, & Maiko. (n.d.). Popobawa. Art UK. Retrieved May 2, 2023, from https://artuk.org/discover/artworks/popobawa-43144