UFO AFRINEWS - No 01

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO AFRINEWS
Issue: No.1
Date: July 1988
Publisher: Cynthia Hind
Country: Zimbabwe

This inaugural issue of UFO AFRINEWS, edited by Cynthia Hind, presents a collection of UFO-related reports and commentary primarily focused on Southern Africa. The magazine aims to investigate the UFO phenomenon through witness accounts, logical analysis, and a commitment to uncovering the truth, suggesting that the public's input is crucial.

Editorial Comment

Cynthia Hind, the editor, reflects on the changing landscape of UFO investigation over her 20-year involvement. She notes a shift from isolation and ridicule to a grudging acceptance of the possibility of extraterrestrial life, even from conservative members of society. Peripheral cases, such as those involving spiritual or alleged alien radio communications, are no longer dismissed outright. Hind addresses the common question about patterns in UFO sightings, suggesting that while cases vary in witness numbers and entity descriptions, certain commonalities exist. She highlights a pattern identified by Dr. Willy Smith: 'most contacts are made along a lonely road with two or more witnesses travelling in a car,' often occurring after dark with no other vehicles present.

Hind mentions that hundreds of cases from Southern Africa over the past forty years would require extensive analysis. For her own purposes, she has developed a reference table that categorizes cases, considering tribal law, superstition, and the reactions of both white and black populations to limited belief systems.

UFO AFRINEWS No.1 - July 1988 (1st reprint)

The issue details the editorial and correspondent information, including contacts for South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the United Kingdom. The UK distribution is handled by Lionel Beer, who is also a stockist for 'UFO AFRICAN ENCOUNTERS'.

Contents

• The table of contents outlines the articles and reports featured in this issue:
• Editorial Comment
• Abductees in Southern Africa (Reports from Jenny, M.B., and Janet)
• Some Unusual Cases (W.S. Van Heerden, J.S. of Cape Town, Caroline of Zimbabwe, The Whistling Case)
• Book Review: "Intruders"
• Aliens - Speculation as to their origins
• In Conclusion'

Key Incidents and Case Studies

The 'Flying Bullet' Incident (July 9, 1974)

This report, passed to the editor by Paul Norman of VUFORS Australia, describes a 'light in the sky' incident that occurred near Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The object was seen at 23:45 hours.

Durban Incident (June 25, 1986)

Numerous reports from the Durban, South Africa area describe a very bright light with a faint blue tinge, moving in an arc. There was no sound and no change of color. The object appeared to be diving behind a hill. A peculiar 'strangeness factor' was noted: although witnesses lived within a short distance of each other, there was a 28-minute discrepancy in the time they reported seeing the object (0540 vs. 0608). The object remained unidentified, though it could have been a meteor, bolide, or space debris.

Chivju Incident (August 13, 1986)

A lecturer from the University of Zimbabwe observed a perfect sphere, shining and shimmering with a greenish-blue color, travelling from East to West with a tail of shining white light. The observation occurred at 06:05 hours near Chivju, Zimbabwe. The object was estimated to be 1-2 kilometers distant, 5-7000 feet high, and the size of an average room. The sighting lasted about 3 seconds and was verified by Sgt Chari of the Zimbabwe Republican Police. Dr. Willy Smith suggested it was likely a bolide associated with the Perseid meteor shower, given the date (August 11/12) and trajectory.

Nairobi Incident (February 25, 1951)

Reported by Captam Jack Bicknell, this incident involved a bright object like a white star seen hanging motionless about 10,000 feet above Mount Kilimanjaro at 07:20 hours, after departing Nairobi, Kenya, at 07:00 in a Lodestar. Radio Officer D W Merrifield drew Bicknell's attention to it. The object was later described as a metallic bullet-shaped object, about 200 feet long, with a square-cut vertical fin and vertical dark bands, moving eastwards and rising to an estimated 40,000 feet. It left no vapour trail and had no visible means of propulsion, leading the witness to believe it was a flying machine.

Rosmead Incident (November 12, 1972)

Harold Iruter, Headmaster of the primary school in Rosmead, South Africa, returned home to find an unusual light in the sky with a beam pointing towards the ground. This coincided with significant damage to the school tennis court, including large holes and ripped tarmac flung considerable distances. A large stone near his house was also removed, leaving a hole. Tarmac pieces were found embedded in bluegum trees and the garage wall. Witnesses at the nearby military camp also reported seeing red lights inside the tennis court. Police investigations noted secured gates and fences, but also evidence of pick-axe marks on the tarmac. The District Commandant of Police at Middelburg described it as the most puzzling case of his career. Possible explanations like whirlwinds or lightning were dismissed due to weather conditions and other evidence. The editor's assessment suggests an unidentified object landed, became embedded, and then moved through several stages to free itself, flinging tarmac in the process.

La Rochelle Incident (August 15, 1981)

Twenty labourers at a Forestry Commission station near Mutare, Zimbabwe, witnessed a fireball rolling across the grounds. The fireball moved up a tower wall, entered a window, and burst into flame. Clifford Muchena, one of the witnesses, described the fire gathering into a ball and descending. He then saw three men standing with their backs to him, wearing shiny overalls, and emitting a bright light that forced him to shield his eyes. The men and the fireball disappeared. The witnesses, primarily from the Mashona Tribe, interpreted the event as ghosts or spirits of their ancestors, being unfamiliar with UFOs or outer space.

Physical Traces and UFO Patterns

Strangeness Factor in Rosmead

Two key elements of the strangeness factor in the Rosmead incident are highlighted: the lifting and complete disappearance of an enormous stone from near the tennis court, and the embedding of tarmac pieces in tall bluegum trees approximately 4.6 meters high.

Familiarities in UFO Patterns

The issue notes similarities across UFO patterns, including:
1. Light beams pointing at an angle to the ground.
2. Rotating lights seen on the tennis court.
3. Similarity of 5 marks with tine-marks on side.

Abductees in Southern Africa

Following the release of Budd Hopkins' book "Intruders," the editor received several abduction letters from Southern Africa. Notably, none of the individuals were aware of Hopkins' work or serious investigations into abduction cases. The 'Janet' case from Durban was known prior to the editor's visit to Washington, but three other cases were new. The editor notes that Budd's book had not reached Africa, and none of the involved individuals had read "MISSING TIME," indicating a lack of awareness about abduction cases due to limited media communication on UFO material.

Report from Jenny, of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Jenny describes a recurring 'psychic' experience involving a man in white who would appear in her dreams and take her to see where she would next live. As an Army wife, this proved accurate for her postings. Later, as a new immigrant in Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) around 1973/74, the man took her on a dream flight over a choppy sea to an octagonal building. Inside, she saw young men and women in blue suits operating consoles and computer screens showing Earth from satellites. A woman in blue explained they were monitoring an earthquake in Turkey. Jenny felt they were manipulating events for 'over-population' control. She woke up with mixed feelings and a shaken belief in God. Later, she experienced a similar dream involving a blue sea and a violent storm, a waterspout, and a sailing boat caught in a whirlpool. She found herself in a room with three young people, and a radio voice mentioned 'Florida.' The woman in blue explained a new transference method to return to their dimension, but the young girl chose to stay. The men returned, and Jenny later connected this to the 'Bermuda Triangle' and Florida.

Report from M.B., Masvingo, Zimbabwe

'M.B.' recounts an experience from 23 years prior (around 1964) in Vereeniging, South Africa, where she was discussing Elizabeth Klarer's claims about spacecraft and space beings. She dismissed it as nonsense. Later that night, she heard a soft, vibrating sound and saw a round silver object speed towards her and stop above her face. The object whirred and vibrated, confirming for her that 'they are real.' About two years later, she had a second visit from a similar craft. While in bed, she heard a whirring vibration and saw the craft again. This time, she found herself inside it, sitting on a seat and looking at Earth. The sound was like humming bees. She speculates about the 'Bermuda Triangle' and Florida, noting that she learned about these phenomena later.

Report from Janet

Janet describes a vivid dream experience that began with a 'travelling' dream where a man in white would appear and take her to see where she would next live. This occurred when she was an Army wife. Later, after moving to Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) in September 1973 or 1974, the man appeared again and took her flying over a grey, choppy sea towards an octagonal building. Inside, she saw young men and women in blue suits at consoles, monitoring Earth. A woman in blue explained they were watching an earthquake in Turkey. Janet felt there was manipulation for over-population control. She woke up with mixed feelings and a shaken belief in God. A year later, she experienced another dream involving a blue sea, a violent storm, a waterspout, and a sailing boat in a whirlpool. She found herself in a room with three young people. A radio voice mentioned 'Florida.' The woman in blue explained a new transference method to return to their dimension, but a young girl chose to stay. The two young men returned, and Janet later connected this to the 'Bermuda Triangle' and Florida.

Other Cases and Speculation

Unexplained Cases

The magazine mentions other cases that are simple yet unexplained, as well as complicated, ongoing cases with frightening connotations. The editor expresses determination to find the truth despite the challenges and costs of investigation.

Abduction Cases and White European Descent

Naturally, the editor acknowledges not having Budd Hopkins' expertise but has access to clinical and governmental psychologists for potential hypnotic regression. A notable observation is that all abductees involved in the cases discussed are of white European descent. However, the editor aims to reach a wider audience, including black Africans, in hopes of hearing more experiences.

Speculation on Origins

The issue includes a section on "Aliens - Speculation as to their origins," suggesting a broader exploration of the topic.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO AFRINEWS strongly emphasizes the importance of empirical investigation and logical analysis in understanding UFO phenomena. The editor, Cynthia Hind, champions the role of the public in contributing case histories and insights, positioning the magazine as a platform for this collaborative effort. Recurring themes include the 'strangeness factor' in unexplained events, the potential for misidentification versus genuine unknown phenomena, and the exploration of abduction cases. The magazine highlights specific incidents from Southern Africa, underscoring the global nature of UFO reports while focusing on regional experiences. The editorial stance is one of persistent inquiry, aiming to move beyond skepticism towards a more informed understanding of what is occurring in our skies.

This issue of UFO Times presents a collection of witness accounts and investigations related to UFO phenomena, primarily focusing on sightings and alleged abductions. The content spans various locations including South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, and covers incidents from the 1960s through the 1980s. The magazine also includes a book review.

Abduction Report from Janet: South Africa

The first account is from 'Janet', detailing an experience in 1969. She describes being on a craft that flew low over ploughed ground and fences. Inside, she encountered a handsome man and other occupants wearing green spectacles. She also met a woman she described as the 'epitome of an English country-woman'. The craft's machinery and crew were observed. After a period, she found herself in a white-painted room with a table and chairs, then in a passage, before re-entering the craft and being returned to her bed. Janet expresses a belief that these phenomena originate from a higher dimension, inaudible and invisible to our own.

Abduction Report from Caroline: Zimbabwe

Caroline, a nearly 22-year-old woman from Zimbabwe, recounts an incident on April 1st, 1988. Lying awake after midnight, she experienced a strange atmosphere. A ball of white light shot through her ceiling, illuminating the room. She felt unable to move and described the light as similar to fluorescent tubes. Later, she saw a 'Flying Saucer' hovering at an angle, with several windows filled with golden light, appearing to be made of a dull mustard-brown metal. She also noted a strange, bright blue colour in the sky. She felt a beam of light might take her, and that she was cut off from everyone. Upon regaining mobility, she heard a whirring sound that stopped when the lights went out. She believes the object hovered above the roof. Caroline mentions her eyes appeared 'large and sort of glowing' to her sister.

Some Unusual Cases (Not previously reported)

Report from W S Van Heerden, Sunnyside, Pretoria, South Africa

This report details a UFO sighting on Friday, December 13th, 1968, while the author was serving as South African Consul-General in Mozambique. He observed a stationary object above the island of Xefina in Lourenço Marques. The object was described as similar to two saucers placed bottom-to-bottom, elongated and tapering, with clear-cut lines and dark grey colour. He estimated its altitude to be 150 to 200 metres and saw it for about 30 seconds. Later, as he travelled east, the object reappeared, flashing into view, climbing, and travelling at great speed towards the south-west, appearing as a completely circular disc. No sound was heard other than his car.

Report by J S of Cape Town

This account describes an event in late November or early December 1980, near Cape Town. The witness saw a pinprick of light moving in an arc, which then vanished and reappeared. It came down in an arc, stopped, behaved strangely, and then dropped straight down. The witness initially thought it was space debris but was struck by the flame. The object appeared to be a rocket, painted white with red, white, and blue colours, and bore large USA letters. It moved with precise control, making sharp turns and travelling in a dead straight line. The witness was concerned about the possibility of a nuclear warhead. He noted that other drivers did not seem to notice the object.

The Whistling Case in the Cape, South Africa

This case, investigated by Prier Wintle, involved seven teachers walking in the Cedarberg on May 24th, 1982. They heard a high-frequency whistling sound, described as 'wh-wh-wh', for 2-3 seconds, which repeated. The sound seemed to come from overhead and changed frequency like a Doppler effect. The witness, W C Coetzer, felt a strange sensation in his hair and his arm hairs stood on end, though he felt no fear. He also felt a slight vibration. The sound was compared to a generator powered by the wind or a 'whirling kierrie'. Later, the sound was heard again, louder and clearer, like a 'sonbesie'. Miss Lahe thought she heard a bird. The sound was timed at 3-4 second intervals, occurring at 12:30 noon on a clear day with no wind.

Book Review: Intruders by Budd Hopkins

Reviewed by Prier Wintle, this section discusses Budd Hopkins' book 'Intruders'. Hopkins' interest in UFOs began with a daylight sighting in 1964. Initially sceptical of 'close encounter' reports, he became convinced of the importance of abduction encounters as evidence mounted. The book's main hypothesis is that the purpose of UFOs studying humans is to conduct a long-term genetic experiment. Hopkins' research focused on cases where individuals neither knew each other nor had prior knowledge of UFO studies, yet presented recognisable patterns.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, alleged alien abductions, and the high strangeness associated with these events. The accounts suggest a variety of craft shapes and behaviours, and some witnesses report physical sensations and psychological effects. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation and reporting of these phenomena, encouraging readers to share their own experiences. The inclusion of a book review on Budd Hopkins' work indicates an interest in the psychological and potential scientific implications of UFO encounters, particularly abduction scenarios.

Title: UFO TIMES
Issue: 19
Volume: 3
Date: 1980
Publisher: UFO TIMES
Country: United Kingdom
Price: £1.00
ISSN: 0141-0429

This issue of UFO TIMES features a speculative article on the origins of "aliens" and a discussion on the reality and characteristics of UFOs.

Article: 'INTRUDERS' and Abduction Cases

The first section discusses the phenomenon of alien abduction, referencing the work of ufologist Budd Hopkins. Hopkins has studied a large number of abduction cases and identified a distinct pattern. He uses hypnotism to assist victims in recalling distressing memories, which are often blocked by the mind itself to protect sanity. The article notes that failure to face these experiences can lead to a permanent condition of anxiety neurosis. It is suggested that sometimes intruders implant hypnotic suggestions to inhibit memory, leaving persistent anxiety, fear, and strange scars as the only tangible evidence. The need for help is emphasized, with expert hypnosis being employed to break these inhibitions.

The book "INTRUDERS" is highlighted as an in-depth study of one such case, involving Kathie Davis, a 30-year-old divorcee mother of two. Kathie, her mother, older sister, and her two children have all experienced 'intrusion'. Kathie herself may have had ova implanted and subsequently removed up to nine times. The process of uncovering this picture involved therapeutic sessions, sometimes with hypnosis, to help spontaneous memories surface. The article describes "INTRUDERS" as a warm, human document that makes the UFO problem a searing human issue, requiring effective tackling beyond armchair theories and official cover-ups. Psychotherapy is presented as being at the vanguard of scientific breakthroughs in understanding the UFO conundrum, making "INTRUDERS" a significant UFO book.

Article: THE 'ALIENS' - A Speculation as to their Origins

By Maria Sullivan, this article proposes a radical idea: that "aliens from Outer Space" might actually be time travelers from Earth's future. The author suggests that as humanity faces worsening climatic conditions, widening ozone layer holes, erratic weather, and environmental pollution, future humans might evolve into a different species.

Sullivan outlines potential physical characteristics of these future humans, termed "homo futurus":

• Stunted bodies: Due to lack of nourishing food, leached soil, and erratic seasons.
• Rough, grey skins: Resulting from a choked atmosphere, increased radiation, and lack of sunlight.
• Large, wraparound eyes: An adaptation to compensate for low light conditions and a polluted atmosphere, possibly with extralarge pupils.
• Lack of hair: Potentially due to overexposure to radiation, similar to radiotherapy side effects.
• Large head: To accommodate the accelerated growth of the brain.
• Lack of visible sex organs: Possibly for protection in a hostile environment or due to extra-uterine conception and gestation, a concept being actively researched.
• Lack of speech: As humanity develops more technology for information, dependence on media from childhood may lead to a loss of speech, with telepathy potentially becoming the primary mode of communication.
• Lack of emotion: Behavior patterns might become more 'robotic' as emotion ceases to be essential for survival or identity reinforcement.
• Lack of 'soul'/spirit: Quoting Ruth Montgomery, the article questions what kind of soul would enter an artificially created body, suggesting only an evil or robot type would be a menace.

Furthermore, these future humans might possess incredibly advanced technical know-how, potentially at the cost of their humanity, becoming "super-machines." They might experiment on "primitive" humans of our era out of scientific curiosity or to revitalize their own stock through genetic engineering and hybridization. This aligns with contactee accounts of ova and sperm being taken by UFO "aliens."

Sullivan concludes that these potential "homo futurus" might be coming back to connect with their primitive ancestors – us – by stepping down their vibrations to appear in a recognizable shape, suggesting that if time and space are non-existent in Ultimate Reality, these mutations are happening "RIGHT NOW."

Conclusion: The Reality of UFOs

The author reflects on 15 years of involvement with UFOs, stating a firm belief in the existence of unidentified craft. The article asserts that we now understand how these craft are propelled, using electromagnetic power that produces microwave radiation affecting people and animals. The typical occupant is described as a small humanoid with specific physical traits (wrap-around eyes, minimal mouth/ears, lack of emotion). Other encounter types mentioned include animal-type entities (like the Kelly case in Hopkinsville), robots (Hickson, Pascagoula), and monsters. The author dismisses the idea of aliens traveling vast distances just to visit Earth as a zoo, finding the time-travel hypothesis more logical.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the UFO phenomenon with a focus on abduction experiences, alien origins, and the potential implications for humanity's future. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting speculative theories alongside documented cases and expert opinions. There is a clear conviction in the reality of UFOs and their occupants, moving beyond mere skepticism to a belief in their existence and technological understanding. The issue advocates for serious investigation into UFOs, challenging official cover-ups and highlighting the role of psychotherapy in understanding the human aspect of the phenomenon.