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In short
Paul Nthenge Mackenzie remains on trial for manslaughter, torture, and terrorism following the deaths of over 400 members at the Shakahola base in Kenya.
What is happening
The group, also known as the Shakahola cult, is officially designated as an organised criminal group by the Kenyan government. Legal proceedings continue regarding the mass deaths of followers and their children at the movement's headquarters.
When
The movement was founded in 2003; Mackenzie's trial was ongoing as of August 2024.
Why it matters
The case highlights the extreme dangers of apocalyptic cults and led to a major criminal investigation in Kilifi County. It has forced the Kenyan government to take strict action against religious groups deemed criminal organisations.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this group with the Lottie Moon Offering, which is a legitimate international mission fund for the Southern Baptist Convention.
Sources
- Good News International Ministries
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