NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 2 – A 32-year-old Canadian national has been charged with terrorism and multiple related offences following a violent machete attack at Masjid Westlands mosque in Nairobi on February 28, 2026.
The suspect, identified as Mohamed Mohamed alias Mohamed Abdul Mohamed, pleaded not guilty when he appeared before the Kahawa Law Courts on April 2, 2026.
He faces nine counts, including committing a terrorist act, assault causing actual bodily harm, possession of fake currency, and unlawful presence in Kenya.
The accused was remanded at Kamiti Maximum Prison pending further proceedings, with the case set for mention on April 13, 2026, for a pre-bail report.
“The suspect allegedly entered the mosque at around 6:00 a.m. posing as a worshipper attending Fajr prayers. Once inside, he reportedly locked the main entrance, drew a machete, and attacked congregants, injuring about five people before being subdued,” the DCI said.
Police officers from Kileleshwa Police Station responded promptly, re-arresting the suspect at the scene and recovering the weapon used.
The injured victims were taken to hospitals within Nairobi County for treatment.