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How Makenzi's Kwa Binzaro cult operated in plain sight

Controversial preacher Paul Makenzi and his lawyer Lawrence Obonyo after the hearing of the murder case at the Mombasa Law Courts, on July 31, 2025. [Kelvin Karani, Standard] 

After her rescue from the jaws of death in Shakahola in 2023, Sharleen Temba maintained a low profile. She surrounded herself with a few friends who gave her moral and spiritual support.

Later, the number of visitors to her place swirled. The soft talks and prayers turned louder, and visitors from upcountry started to flock to Malindi to visit Temba or her other friends.



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