A scandal erupted when a 78-year-old bishop, affiliated with the Roho Israel sect, was caught molesting a 13-year-old schoolgirl in the woods. The incident has caused a frenzy on social media.
The bishop, donning his turban, lured the young girl to a nearby bush where he violated her innocence.
Photos of the bishop trying to escape after being caught have been circulating on social media.
The African Israel Church in Nineveh, which was established by David Zakayo, laid the foundation for what would become the Roho Israel Church. Though Zakayo was of the Nandi tribe, the church has spread worldwide through various sects.
Since its inception, the Roho Israel Church has expanded throughout Kenya, the United States, and the United Kingdom. However, it has also experienced several divisions and schisms.
Among these, the Roho Israel Church is the most well-known. Lessons learned from past experiences have informed subsequent actions.