Kenya: Trial shows crucial role of religion in Shakahola massacre
The Kenyan cult leader found guilty on Monday of the deaths of 190 children and one adult will be sentenced on November 6th.
France 24 reports that the Kenyan cult leader found guilty on Monday of the deaths of 190 children and one adult will be sentenced on November 6th.
Paul Mackenzie starved his followers in what became known as the Shakahola massacre. But this trial was about more than just a criminal and his accomplices.
This health story centres on Kenya. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Shakahola, Kenyan and Paul Mackenzie.
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- Kenya · Africa
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- France 24
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- Shakahola, Kenyan, Paul Mackenzie, FRANCE
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- Health
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- Details by FRANCE 24's correspondent Bastien Renouil. (France 24)
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