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What taskforce has recommended on religious organisations

President Ruto had picked team to advice on cleaning up religious sector

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by Tabnacha Odeny

News01 August 2024 - 19:00

In Summary


  • A report presented to President William Ruto on Tuesday states that the office will play a crucial role in helping to curtail religious extremism, cultic or occultist beliefs and practices in the country.

The presidential task force on Shakahola deaths has recommended the setting up of an office of the Registrar of Religious Organisations to improve reporting mechanisms and enforcement measures.

According to the taskforce, effective reporting facilitates timely interventions by relevant agencies hence helping to prevent potential harm and championing the welfare of society.

A report presented to President William Ruto on Tuesday states that the office will play a crucial role in helping to curtail religious extremism, cultic or occultist beliefs and practices in the country.

“It is, therefore, necessary to craft and implement effective reporting mechanisms across all governmental levels,” it states.


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