Makuochi Okafor

Makuochi Okafor, a BBC reporter, dives into the recent social media frenzy surrounding Rapture predictions, shedding light on a viral claim by a South African preacher. He discusses the Rapture’s contested meaning among Christians and its cultural impact across Africa and the US. Personal stories emerge, including Hannah's fear of being left behind. Makuochi explains how doomsday beliefs often offer comfort, while addressing the emotional fallout after failed predictions. He also highlights the lack of direct biblical references to the Rapture.