In 2024, over 600 bodies were found buried in shallow graves on a compound in the Shakahola forest. Paul Mackenzie had told his followers if they reduced their food intake, they would meet Jesus. This left many with the question- how did things get this bad?

Trigger warning: Child abuse

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107. Starvation Cult Uncovered in Backwoods of Kenya