A woman identified as Jean Gasho, previously linked to a fringe group calling itself the “Kingdom of Kubala,” is drawing renewed attention after a video surfaced showing her performing what she described as a ritual outside a residential property in the United Kingdom.
Gasho — who earlier appeared in media reports under the name “Queen Nandi” — can be heard in the footage making repeated declarations that her neighbors, whom she accuses of racism and harming her children, would face divine punishment.
In the recording, she invokes fire, calamity and death upon residents of the street, stating: “No one will steal my child and get away with it… All you racists of this street… you shall die a painful death.”
Authorities have not publicly confirmed the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether any formal complaints or interventions have been initiated. Click here to watch the viral Instagram video of the so-called ritual.
Background: The Kingdom of Kubala claims
Gasho first came to public attention in connection with a small group living in woodland near Jedburgh in Scotland.
The group — composed of three members — claimed to represent a lost African tribe called the Kingdom of Kubala. They asserted ancestral ties to so-called “black Highlanders” and argued their lineage dated back more than 400 years, alleging exile under Queen Elizabeth I.
Local authorities previously confirmed they were aware of the group’s presence and had offered housing support and welfare advice, though members reportedly rejected assistance and said they did not recognize local laws.
Mental health concerns in public incidents
Experts note that highly public displays involving perceived persecution, grand identity claims, and threats tied to religious or supernatural language often intersect with mental health vulnerabilities.
While no official diagnosis has been disclosed in Gasho’s case, mental health advocates say such incidents highlight a broader issue: individuals experiencing distress or psychological crises may come to public attention only after behavior escalates.
In the UK and elsewhere, professionals stress the importance of early intervention, community outreach, and culturally informed mental health services — particularly for migrants or socially isolated individuals who may mistrust authorities.
Community impact and wider implications
Residents in areas where similar incidents occur frequently report fear and confusion, especially when threatening language is used. Social workers warn that public stigma can worsen outcomes by discouraging individuals from seeking help.
Observers say the case reflects the need to balance public safety concerns with compassionate mental health responses.
