Paul Makenzi
Paul Makenzi is a self-proclaimed pastor and the leader of the Good News International cult, which has been implicated in the Shakahola massacre that claimed the lives of over 200 individuals. He is facing multiple charges, including manslaughter and terrorism, for his role in promoting harmful teachings that led to tragic consequences for many of his followers. Makenzi's controversial practices and the resulting tragedy have drawn significant media attention and public outcry.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Kenya | 2 | 2.50 | 0.15% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 82,535 | $106,000 | 163$ |
| Totals | 2 | 53,771,296 | 82,535 | $106,000 | 163$ |
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is the leader of the Shakahola cult.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is a controversial preacher facing serious charges including kidnapping and torture.
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Kenya:
Makenzi allegedly commandeered the new Kwa Binzaro cult from prison.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is a suspect linked to the cult whose followers are believed to be among the exhumed bodies.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is a controversial pastor linked to the Shakahola massacre and is currently facing murder charges.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is facing manslaughter and murder charges related to the deaths of his followers in Shakahola.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is accused of manslaughter for forcing followers to fast, leading to deaths.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi's followers fasted to death in the Shakahola massacre, prompting the taskforce's recommendations.
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Kenya:
Police say the suspect, Jairus Otieno, was a follower of controversial pastor Paul Makenzi.
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Kenya:
Paul Makenzi is a controversial preacher accused of leading a cult that instructed followers to fast to death.
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