He says he was always disappointed seeing how Christians and Muslims in Mpeketoni and its environs openly disagreed and pointed fingers at each other.

In 2014, Mangai was among the five dispensaries in Boni Forest that were shut down indefinitely due to recurrent attacks, raids and vandalism.

A deadly gun battle ensued after five Al-Shabaab fighters stormed the nearby Beach View Hotel, shooting people indiscriminately.

The attack, which took place last Friday, resulted in the deaths of 40 individuals and injured 140 others.

The Prime Minister described the attack as barbaric, noting that it was not only against Islamic principles but also against the culture of the Somali...