Kenya: Trial shows crucial role of religion in Shakahola massacre

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A Kenyan court found cult leader Paul Mackenzie guilty over the deaths of 190 children and one adult in the Shakahola massacre; sentencing is scheduled for November 6. The trial also examined the role of religion in the mass deaths.

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. Details by FRANCE 24's correspondent Bastien Renouil.