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Theologian Acher Niyonizigiye Challenges Stereotypes That Religion Is Merely an Instrument of Manipulation

Voices : Is Religion Just Manipulation? Acher Niyonizigiye Responds

April 22, 2026April 22, 2026 - by Pascal Ndayikeza - Leave a Comment

Burundian theologian and leadership expert, Pastor Acher Niyonizigiye has challenged narratives that religion has been manipulated, pointing to allegations that it serves as a tool of injustice, oppression, and violence …

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