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No one should misuse religious freedom to harm others

Pastor Paul Makenzi of Good News International Church during his arrest. [Marion Kithi , Standard]

Kenya has been experiencing a difficult week with the recovery of bodies at a ranch believed to be owned by Good News International Church Pastor Paul of Makenzi.

Ninety people have died so far, and the number is likely to rise. However, what sticks in my mind is a video clip of an emaciated survivor calling out to God to stop police from rescuing her.

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