Kenya Marks A Year Since Westgate Attack

At least 67 people were killed in the attack.

A memorial plaque will be unveiled and a candle-lit vigil held.

The siege at Westgate lasted four days, with CCTV footage showing terrified shoppers fleeing the gunmen and hiding behind counters.

The Somali Islamist group al-Shabab said it carried out the attack.

The group said the attack was in response to Kenya's military operations in Somalia.

Today, Sunday, relatives of the victims will lay wreaths at a garden in the forest where 67 trees were planted after the attack.

Interfaith prayers will also be held at the site.

Event organizer Rajesh Shah said that the victim’s families and friends are expected to come out and be part of the healing process.

Kenya was put on high alert ahead of the commemorations, amid fears of possible attacks by militants.

Kenyan police chief David Kimaiyo said that the country is prepared in case of anything.

He added that specialised units are on the ground and that patrols have been intensified during this period of the anniversary.

By Bonareri Nyamoita

Source: BBC News Africa