It’s a sad, but well-known truth that many people around the world are persecuted for their religious beliefs. But many people are also suffering for their lack of religious belief, though their stories are not as often shared.

We have many ways in which atheists are socially and legally discriminated against in Kenya.

The rise of atheism in Kenya shows that more and more people are choosing not to affiliate themselves with an organized religion. But why is this so threatening to people of faith?

Harrison Mumia wrote, “I’m saddened by the state of our world when we trust religious folks more than an atheist. It’s discouraging and disheartening.”