Justice caught up with two terrorism suspects on Thursday as the Kahawa Law Courts found them guilty of conspiracy and facilitation of the deadly 2019 Dusit D2 terror attack, which left 21 people dead and dozens wounded.
In a landmark ruling delivered by Lady Justice Diana Kavedza, Mohamed Abdi Ali and Hussein Abdille Mohamed were convicted on two terror-related charges: conspiracy to commit a terrorist act and facilitation of a terrorist act, in violation of Section 9A of the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
The court heard that Mohamed Abdi Ali transferred KSh 836,900 through mobile money to an accomplice affiliated with the Al Shabaab militant group, directly enabling the attack on the high-end hotel and office complex in Nairobi’s Riverside area.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) welcomed the ruling, hailing it as a “key milestone” in Kenya’s ongoing war against terrorism and extremist networks. “This conviction reinforces our resolve to relentlessly pursue justice for victims of terrorism and dismantle any threats to national security,” read a statement from the DCI.
The prosecution presented strong evidence linking the duo to the planning and execution of the January 15, 2019 attack, which shocked the nation and the international community. Survivors of the tragedy, many still grappling with trauma, welcomed the court’s decision as a step toward healing and accountability.
Sentencing has been scheduled for June 19, 2025, with legal experts anticipating a stiff penalty in light of the severity of the crimes and their impact on public safety.
Security agencies continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as part of a wider national counter-terrorism strategy.
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