Haikota, 27 February 2009 – Two people were killed and 8 others seriously injured when a bomb exploded at restaurant in Haikota semi-urban center on February 25.

Those who sustained serious injury are currently receiving treatment at Halibet Hospital here in Asmara after receiving first-aid treatment at the Barentu Referral Hospital.

The Haikita police station is investigating the incident, according to reports.