Muslim passengers on a bus in Mandera told off their attackers, shielding their christian colleagues and refusing to be split into two groups based on their faith. At least two people were killed and six others wounded after gunmen attacked a bus and a lorry between Kotulo and el-Wak in Mandera County. The attackers are believed to be al-Shabaab militants. Last year, a time like this, a bus was attacked near Mandera by al-shabab militants, who killed about 36 non-Muslims traveling to Nairobi for Christmas celebrations. Interior cabinet secretary Joseph Nkaissery has condemned the latest attack, assuring Kenyans of utmost security during the festive season.