‘I’m more spiritual than religious’ – Boniface Mwangi opens up on his personal beliefs
Activist Boniface Mwangi has shared his thoughts on spirituality, religion, and society, where he reflected on belief systems and the state of moral values in Kenya.
Speaking during an interview on Monday June, 2026, Boniface Mwangi used the discussion to distinguish between spirituality and religion, while also giving his perspective on how people live out their beliefs in everyday life.
Spirituality over religion
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In his explanation, Boniface said he believes people can live meaningful lives without necessarily being tied to organised religion.
“You can live in this world without religion because religion is a set of beliefs and things that you do to look pure or to look holy.”
He went on to describe spirituality as a more personal experience, one that is internal rather than based on external practices or institutions.
Reflections on society
Boniface also turned the conversation towards what he sees as contradictions in society, particularly in how people identify with religion while still engaging in harmful or unlawful behaviour.
“They say Kenya is a Christian nation, but we are very corrupt; we love shortcuts. Kenya has one of the highest cases of gender base violence. Especially men are beating their wives, they are raping women and killing them,” he said.
The activist also stated that Kenya is actually among the top 10 most corrupt countries and a country where people don’t even obey traffic rules.
“Kenya is a country where people don’t even obey traffic rules, but they are Christians. Someone is going to jump traffic lights or drive recklessly in his hurry to go to church and pretend to be Christians,” he said.
He further suggested that actions often contradict declared beliefs, raising questions about how faith is practised in public life.
On personal belief
Boniface concluded by explaining his personal outlook, stating that spirituality, for him, is about individual reflection and inner guidance rather than structured religion.
“But spirituality is a self-belief. It has nothing to do with other people, you being in a church listening to someone. It’s you and your internal talking to your God,” the activist said.
Boniface also said he’s more spiritual, emphasising that he doesn’t fear death.
“So I’m more of a spiritual person, not a religious person. I don’t fear death because I live my life right by me and the things I believe in,” he said.
The remarks have since sparked conversation online, with audiences reflecting on the balance between faith, morality, and everyday conduct in society.
