The president of the Atheists in Kenya Society, Harrison Mumia, has refuted claims that he and his members are devil worshippers, saying that they do not believe in any supernatural beings.
Mumia, who founded the society in 2016, said that atheism is not a disguise for satanism, but a rational and logical position that rejects the existence of God, Satan, and other deities.
He said that he grew up in a religious family, but he started questioning his beliefs when he joined the university and learned about science, philosophy, and history.
He said that he realized that there was no evidence for God, and that the world was full of problems that a loving and powerful God would not allow.
He said that he believes that life is bigger than the belief in God, and that one can live a happy and fulfilling life without religion.
He also urged Kenyans to be critical and skeptical of religion, and to embrace humanism and secularism as alternative ways of living.
He said that the society's aim is to promote atheism and secularism in Kenya, and to defend the rights and freedoms of non-believers.
He also dismissed allegations that the society is funded by foreign donors, saying that they rely on membership fees and donations from well-wishers.
He recently appealed to Kenyans to help the society pay its rent, after it was evicted from its previous office for failing to pay.
He said that the society needs a conducive space to carry out its activities, such as holding meetings, debates, and workshops.
He said that the society has faced many challenges and hostility from the religious majority, but it has also gained many supporters and followers.
He said that the society has over 10,000 registered members, and many more online followers.
He said that the society is open to anyone who identifies as an atheist, agnostic, skeptic, or freethinker, and that it welcomes dialogue and engagement with people of different faiths and backgrounds.
