Kenya on Thursday held a memorial service at Nairobi’s August 7th Memorial Park to mark 27 years since the 1998 bombing that destroyed the U.S. Embassy. The commemoration, broadcast live by local television stations, included prayers and tributes to those killed and injured in the attack. Survivors such as Margaret Achieng, who lost her daughter Doreen, and former teacher Felistus Ouma recounted the physical and psychological scars they still carry. Margaret Wanjiru described needing nearly a year of counseling after she was hurt in the blast, while former U.S. Marine Justin Geinert, then 19, recalled the “sheer devastation” he encountered when he arrived at the scene. Governance expert Kevin Osido urged Kenyans to remain vigilant, telling the gathering that public alertness remains a critical tool against terrorism. The annual remembrance has become a focal point for calls to strengthen security measures and support long-term assistance for victims.