Court to Rule on Garissa University Attack Survivors' Compensation Case

Today, a significant decision will be made by a three-judge panel regarding a lawsuit filed by survivors of the Garissa University attack on April 2, 2015. The survivors, who are suing the government for negligence, were victims of the attack carried out by al-Shabaab militants, resulting in the death of 147 students and numerous injuries.

The survivors and their families are seeking compensation from the government, claiming that authorities had prior knowledge of the attack but did not act on it. They are requesting compensation for emotional distress and medical costs stemming from the tragic event.

More than 33 former students argue that the delayed rescue efforts by the state worsened the situation, resulting in more injuries and deaths. In their 2019 petition, they also allege that the army's involvement during the attack was illegal and poorly coordinated, adding to the high number of casualties.

In response to these accusations, the state has claimed that it lacked specific and actionable intelligence regarding the attack.

Today's court ruling will address these claims and decide whether the survivors and their families are entitled to compensation for the alleged negligence of the state. This decision is highly anticipated, as it could establish a precedent for how the government deals with similar negligence cases in the future.