The response to the July bombing in Uganda during the African World Cup is still underway. Friday, two Kenyans were arrested as they arrived at the airport in Uganda. They are suspected to be involved in the tragedy. The two men are Mureitha Mbugua and Al-Amin Kimathi, one a lawyer and the other a human rights activist. So far 30 people, including 10 Kenyans, are involved in the bombing case, though the Somali group al-Shabab has claimed responsibility. The hearings are currently being held in Kampala's Luzira Prison for security reasons. Mbugua and Kimathi are currently being held by the Ugandan Police Rapid Response Unit. Human Rights Watch claims the Unit has been known to torture or kill its suspects. Other human rights workers have expressed concern over Mbugua and Kimathi's safety. But no matter how fresh the wounds of the recent bombings, hopefully those rumors will not come to fruition and justice will be served to those guilty, especially as this is a case dealing with international defendants.
Abbey Smith
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