Sad Story Of Sacrifice! Somali Teacher Who Shielded Christian From Al Shaabab Gunfire In Mandera Dies of Injuries
As we are mourning the brave lives of soldiers lost after a deadly and horrific attack in Somalia, another life of a man who epitomized the unity and sacrifice needed in the fright against terror has passed on.
Towards the end of last year, Al Shabab gunmen attacked a bus on it way from Mandera town. When trying to divide the passengers into Muslims and Christians, the Muslims refused and some shielded the Christians from ensuing gunfire.
Two people were killed on the spot and three others injured among them Mr. Salah Farah a deputy headteacher at Mandera Township Primary. He was flown to Nairobi for further treatment but has now succumbed to the wounds despite the doctor’s best efforts.
His sacrifice will surely be remebered especially at a time when the ties between the Muslim and Christian community in areas affected by terrorism are being tested. May he rest in peace. Here is Mr. Salah while in hospital