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Terrorism, Betrayal, and Resilience by Prudence Bushnell is a powerful firsthand account of the devastating 1998 U.S. Embassy bombings in Nairobi, Kenya and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — told by the woman who was serving as U.S. Ambassador to Kenya when the attack struck. The bombings killed over 200 people and injured thousands, marking one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in East African history and a pivotal moment in the global fight against terrorism.

Bushnell recounts the events leading up to the bombing, including her repeated warnings to Washington about security vulnerabilities at the Nairobi embassy — warnings that were largely ignored. She describes the horror of the attack itself, the aftermath of devastation and loss, and the institutional betrayal she experienced when her concerns were sidelined both before and after the tragedy. Through it all, she tells a story of extraordinary resilience, leadership under impossible circumstances, and the courage to speak truth to power.

This book holds deep significance for readers in Kenya, where the Nairobi bombing remains a defining moment in the nation’s history. It’s essential reading for Kenyans seeking to understand this chapter from the perspective of someone who lived through it at the centre of events. The book is equally compelling for students and professionals in diplomacy, international relations, security studies, counterterrorism, and public service leadership across East Africa and beyond.

A story of tragedy, accountability, and the strength of the human spirit.

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