Liido Beach Attack Victims to Benefit From Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU —Victims and families affected by the August 2nd Al-Shabaab terrorist attack at Liido Beach in Mogadishu are now eligible for compensation under the UK’s Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme.

The attack, which left close to 40 dead and over 200 injured drew international attention and exposed the serious security threat posed by the Al-Shabaab militant group in Somalia.

Following the attack, UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office officially designated the Liido Beach attack as an act of terrorism, allowing affected British, EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens, as well as members of the UK armed forces, to seek compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).

The application process is available on GOV.UK and does not require paid legal representation. Free independent advice is accessible through various charitable organizations.

International bodies, including the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the African Union (AU) also condemned the attack, reaffirming their support for Somalia’s fight against terrorism.

On Thursday, the Somali government has urged UN member states and neighbouring countries to adhere strictly to the arms embargo on al-Shabaab, warning that the illegal flow of arms into Somalia poses a significant threat to regional stability.

If you need help applying you can call CICA on 0300 003 3601 (+44 (0)203 684 2517 if outside the UK). The helpline is open 8.30am to 3pm Monday to Friday.