#African Union mission Somalia

President Yoweri Museveni and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud have agreed at State House Entebbe to deepen counter-terrorism cooperation against Al-Shabaab and establish a dedicated trade warehouse in Mogadishu for direct exports of Ugandan coffee.

The UPDF contingent in Somalia has appointed Colonel Jude Rukubya as its new Deputy Contingent Commander, replacing Colonel Francis Obita Aragamoi. Presided over by Brig Gen Jackson Kayanja under the AUSSOM mission, the transition highlights Uganda's ongoing commitment to executing critical pacification operations and securing lasting stability in the region.

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Commander of Land Forces, Lieutenant General Kayanja Muhanga has lauded UPDF troops in Somalia for the successful capture of key towns including Mubarak and Barrire. During an operational visit, the Commander of Land Forces emphasized discipline and Pan-Africanism as vital tools for regional stability.

The UPDF has deployed Battle Group XLVII to Somalia after rigorous training at Singo. Brig Gen Fred Mwesigye urged the troops to maintain discipline and professionalism as they join the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission.

The UPDF and Somali National Army have met with Mubarak community leaders to launch new infrastructure projects and strengthen security cooperation. Colonel Owiny Akena emphasized that community support is vital for lasting peace and the successful rehabilitation of local canals and roads.

The Uganda People's Defence Forces has completed a month-long Organic Support Weapons course for 45 soldiers of the Somali National Army to boost security...