40 more mass graves discovered in Shakahola as exhumation efforts resume

Kenya's Shakahola forest has once again become the centre of attention as the fourth phase of the exhumation exercise resumed, revealing the shocking discovery of forty additional mass graves

Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kithire Kindiki, made the grave revelation during the official opening of the Deputy County Commissioner's office in Igoji sub-county, Meru County.

As the investigation into the Shakahola tragedy continues, the government remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring the prevention of similar incidents and cracking down on rogue preachers.

Kindiki expressed deep concern over the situation, emphasizing the government's commitment to ensuring the safety of Kenyan citizens.

"We will do everything positive to make sure another Shakahola tragedy does not occur in our country. To the religious leaders opposing government's effort to crack down on rogue preachers, we will not relent," declared Kindiki.

Highlighting the need for religious leaders to adhere to constitutional and legal obligations, Kindiki drew parallels between rogue preachers and terrorists, emphasizing that both mislead and endanger the lives of innocent individuals.

The horrifying case of the Shakahola tragedy unfolded in May when bodies of followers from Pastor Mackenzie's Goodnews International Ministries were discovered in shallow graves within the forest.

The investigation into these deaths is being treated as mass murder.

Post-mortem examinations conducted on the exhumed bodies revealed that a significant number of children had been strangled to death, shedding light on the harrowing nature of the crimes committed.

According to allegations, Pastor Mackenzie brainwashed his victims into believing that they would meet Jesus Christ if they starved themselves to death. The distorted teachings resulted in the tragic demise of numerous faithful followers.

With the discovery of forty additional mass graves, the depth of the horror and extent of the tragedy is becoming increasingly apparent.

Authorities are working tirelessly to unearth the bodies, identify the victims, and bring responsible individuals to justice.

As the exhumation exercise continues and investigations progress, the nation mourns the loss of the 339 lives claimed by this horrific ordeal.

The focus remains on justice for the victims and ensuring the safety and well-being of all Kenyan citizens.