Get rich quick, the powerful, non-believers or Satanist, who are the Illuminati? If you have been a resident of Kenya, you have probably had a joke or two about the Illuminati, the most common joke being rich within seconds of joining the group. Do not deceive yourself; the Illuminati belief is also an unsolved riddle outside Kenya even in developed countries such as the United States. Whether or not the Illuminati exist is a mystery for all, except maybe for the members.

Formation of Illuminati Group

So why is this group famous when no one can explain its existence? A popular account of the Illuminati traces the society’s history to the late 1770’s. German philosopher, Adam Weishaupt started the Illuminati, as a society that would influence the political decisions by educating the elite on reason, secular values, and philanthropy. Adam advocated for secularisms, rational thought, and enlightenment ideals such as self-governance, anti-royal, and anti-clerical rules. Interestingly, one account states that Adam approached the Free Masons to help him advance his ideology, but they rejected him on the basis that he was not rich. The Free Masons and the Illuminati are secret societies that have a close resemblance (symbols, organization, and operation). Anyway, moving on with the Illuminati, their end goal was to take over the world.

Original Operations of the Group

Historical recounts on the Illuminati state that it operated as a brotherhood with members of between 650 to 2500 people. However, to avoid recognition or identification, the society used pseudonyms. Also, they had complex hierarchies and utilized owl symbols. Moreover, one account states that the Illuminati had paranoid members who used spy-like protocols. Plus, they performed rituals to initiate and haze members into the group. The concept of this group or any other secret society is in films and books. For you to have a clue, you can check out the Hollywood release Angels and Demons.
Present-Day Illuminati Globally

In 1778 to the 1880’s, governments banned secret societies including the Illuminati. Forward to over 200 years later, the Illuminati concept is still as popular or even more than it was before. Today, if you asked a child in urban Kenya the meaning of the Illuminati the responses will mesmerize you. So, who taught them this or at least where did they hear about it? Most of the information on Illuminati in Kenya is available in the media (mainstream and social). However, the buzz about the Illuminati began in the West. They have been claims about specific people of influence and celebrities being Illuminati members. Notably, top pop musicians in the US such as Beyoncé, Jay Z, Rihanna, and Kanye West have made it to the list. Kirk Franklin leads the claimed list of gospel singers in Illuminati by association. Singing as the pop culture is big in Kenya, it is no surprise that the talk on the Illuminati infiltrated the country. Then there is the other conspiracy of power. Until now, the success of the Illuminati in ruling over the world is still subject to debate. But this has not deterred the accusations and beliefs that the Illuminati control the world. In fact, some allege that several former presidents are members of the group.

Qualities/ Characteristics of Members of Illuminati

Now that you have a clue about the group, how can you identify the members of the Illuminati? Well, money and power are a key factor according to the available information. Then there are the symbols. The most popular symbol associated with the Illuminati is the eye of providence in a pyramid. The use of the symbols informs the classification of Illuminati musicians. Jay Z often makes the pyramid-like sign associated with the groups. Nevertheless, he has refuted claims that he is a member of the society stating that the symbol represents Roc Nation, his record label.

Celebrities Associated with Illuminati in Kenya

Back home in Kenya, people make fun of the symbol to the extent of likening it to the samosa (no offense). What are the names of Illuminati members in Kenya? Based on the use of symbols and money status here are some of the alleged Illuminati artists in Kenya. Occtopizo was one who pushed the Illuminati agenda in the song Swag flashing several Illuminati symbols. Prezzo and Jaguar are considered to be them just because they have a lot of “paper.” Staying on the subject of money, Akothee can also be a member. Nevertheless, this list is purely based on the assumptions stated above and is not gospel truth. One of the core principles of the Illuminati is secrecy. The members live a secretive life and would not openly declare their membership or do anything to confirm so. Going by this, none of the alleged artists would make to the Illuminati members list in Kenya.
Recruitment of Members.

Some sites purport to be recruiting for the Illuminati in Kenya. On Facebook and Twitter, there are more than five pages for the Illuminati in Kenya that claim to have the “keys” to the society. The pages go as far as requesting for membership fees from Kenyans. Just be careful not to throw away your cash for membership of an organization whose existence you cannot confirm Illuminati Churches in Kenya.

Organized groups have now set up places of gathering that champion the Illuminati agenda of secularism and rational thought. The Church of Satan Kenya, not affiliated with the main Church of Satan is one of the Illuminati churches in Kenya. The Church of Satan Nairobi, whose location is unknown promotes an eye-for-an-eye living and morality. In essence, the church teachings are against the religious view and categorize sin as being self-centered, pretentious, and stupid. For you to be a member of The Church of Satan in Kenya, you will have to part with $200 (about 20,000 Kenyan shillings). Another outfit associated with the Illuminati teachings is the Satanic Temple in Kenya located in Westlands. The temple made headlines for performing blood rituals that involved sleeping in coffins. Both churches entice members by promising them wealth, power, and prosperity.

Are the Illuminati real or not? The answer depends on your perspective on life. If you want to be rich and powerful, work smart and be consistent in whatever you do. After all, the names mentioned in the list have worked hard in their various professions to attain the level of success that they enjoy.

This article was written based on information from TUKO - Kenyan news provider.