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Cabinet okays sweeping religious reforms amid fears of ‘Shakahola Two’ cult resurgence
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 29, 2025

Key measures include the formation of a Religious Affairs Commission, leadership standards, reforms to religious broadcasting and civic education to c...

How religious extremism in Kenya reflects delayed reforms and weak law enforcement
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 26, 2025

The Musyimi taskforce recommended the formulation of a policy framework to deal with religious extremism, sects and cults to ensure transparent and re...

Bill proposes hefty fines for preachers who swindle followers with false promises
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 31, 2024

A religious leader who solicits money with promises of “financial favour from God” will be fined Sh5 million or jailed for 10 years.

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