The Atheist in Kenya are calling upon the Government both National and county Governments to remain neutral when it comes to religion matters.
Speaking during a press Conference at Nairobi Metro Hotel, Harrison Mumia the president of the Atheist group has called upon the committee appointed by president William Ruto to review CBC to abolish religious teachings.“We call upon the committee that was appointed by the president to review CBC to abolish the teaching of CRE IRE and HRE in our education curriculum. African Tradition religion should also be considered and world views like atheism and humanism should be taught in our schools.” Said Harrison Mumia President Atheist Kenya.
The Atheist group has however noted that there should be a difference in how the religion is treated but not forcing christianity, Hinduism, Islamic in public places. “People should be left to make their choices whether muslim, christian, hindu or Atheist or cultural believers. Churches being set in residential areas, Churches having worship at residential places, during nights.” Said Harrison Mumia.
He however noted that this act will will hinder them stating that Kenya remains a secular state. “This tends to interfere with their worship.We are a secular country and people should be let to have their choices.” Mumia states.
President Mumia has rubished the idea of the state Leaning towards christianity, Hinduism and Islamic insisting the abolishing of the review team. The group wants the committee to abolish the teachings. “Only hindusim, judaism, are taught but our culture is not taught.They also note that they are the minority and are protected by the Constitution.” Mumia testifies.
The Atheists have thanked President Ruto administration for allowing and facilitating the return of controversial Lawyer Miguna Miguna, stating that it’s honouring the rule of law.
The Atheists in Kenya was registered under the society’s Act on February 17, 2016. Mumia says that the registration was vehemently opposed by some churches at that time. Our registration was vehemently opposed by some churches at the time. In particular, the Kenya National Congress of Pentecostal Churches and Ministries said and I quote” it was abominable, and unconstitutional to have the society registered and given a certificate.” President Mumia quotes.
Mumia has now appealed to the government to respect Court orders in order to preserve the fabric of Kenyan constitutional democracy.
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