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Rising death toll from Kenyan famine cult

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Self-proclaimed pastor Paul Nthenge Mackenzie (2nd L) talks to his lawyer Elisha Komora (L) as he appeares in the dock with other co-accused at the Shanzu law courts in Mombasa on May 5, 2023. © SIMON MAINA / AFP

Investigators anticipate finding more victims because the number of fatalities has approached 200.

On Wednesday, Kenyan authorities found 15 more bodies, increasing the total number of fatalities from the “Shakahola Forest Massacre” near the seaside town of Malindi to 226.

Investigators revealed organ harvesting in some of the initial 112 bodies discovered last week. According to reports, the majority of the victims allegedly followed Paul Nthenge Mackenzie’s directions before passing away from famine. Mackenzie is accused of supporting terrorism.

Police are detaining Mackenzie, the founder of the Good News International Church, on charges that he encouraged his adherents to practice ceremonial fasting in an effort to “meet Jesus.”

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A local resident named Faith Ambole told RT that she has been attempting to track down five relatives who belonged to the religious cult but has been unable. Ambole stated, “I’m pleading with the government to step in and assist us; we have no resources and are impoverished.

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