AMISOM Ugandan troops mark 'Tarehe Sita'

Ugandan troops under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) in Mogadishu, have carried out a community sanitation exercise and free medical camp to commemorate the Armed Force's Day.

AMISOM, Somali civil society actors discuss upcoming elections

The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) including senior officers from the military, police, and civilian components yesterday received a detailed briefing on the proposed constitutional reforms for the upcoming elections and challenges in Somalia.

Uganda police officers complete tour of duty amid glowing praise from AMISOM

Seventeen police officers from Uganda have completed their one-year tour of duty, where they served under the police component of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).

AMISOM continues to raise awareness for an end to the recruitment of child soldiers in Somalia

The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) has concluded a two-day awareness workshop on the dangers of recruitment and use of children in armed conflict.

With peace and security, Mogadishu is changing

Mogadishu is coming to life, again.

AMISOM Police officers complete training on gender and human rights protection

Twenty-two AMISOM Police officers on Wednesday completed a three-day long training on Gender and Human Rights Protection.

AMISOM, Somalia civil society discuss management of 2020/2021 elections

The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) on Sunday reiterated its commitment to ensuring that Somalia holds peaceful parliamentary and presidential elections in 2020/2021 at a public awareness forum in Mogadishu.

Mogadishu Mayor, AMISOM pledge to work together to deliver peace

The Head of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), Ambassador Francisco Madeira, has pledged to work closely with the new Mayor of Mogadishu and Governor of Banadir Region, Omar Mohamud Mohamed, to ensure the mayor's vision of a more secure and peaceful Mogadishu is realized. Mayor Mohamud…

Somali National Army soldiers receive Security Sector Reform training

The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) on Tuesday conducted an awareness training for Somalia National Army (SNA) personnel in Kismayo, the administrative capital of Jubbaland State, to educate soldiers on human rights as well as mainstreaming gender into their operations.

Turkey donates humanitarian aid to thousands in Somalia

Turkey donated humanitarian aid to thousands of Somali people displaced by floods in recent months.

The AU Commission to support flood-hit Beledweyne with $87,000 worth of relief items

The Head of African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) Ambassador Francisco Madeira visited Beledweyne on Saturday where he said that the African Union Commission will soon provide relief support amounting to US$87,000 in the form of medical supplies and non-food items. Beledweyne, in the Hirshabelle…

The Federal Government of Somalia and AMISOM jointly investigate the killing of Almas Elman

The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), yesterday commenced preliminary investigations into the heart-wrenching and unfortunate death of Ms. Almaas Elman Ali Ahmed, former Somali Diplomat and Peace Activist who was hit by a bullet at 14.34 hrs on November 20, 2019 at the Halane Base camp in Mogadishu.

Us airstrike killed al-Shabaab ring leader and other member in Middle Jubba region.

"In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting an al-Shabaab terrorist in the vicinity of Jilib, Somalia, on Nov. 12."

Somali youth urged to take part in electoral process

The Somali Federal Minister of Youth and Sports has encouraged the youth to play a role in the country's decision making processes by participating in preparations for the upcoming elections. Somalia is preparing for a "one person, one vote" election in 2020/2021.

AMISOM commander visits Burundi troops to assess progress in operations

The Deputy Force Commander in charge of Operations and Plans at the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), Maj. Gen. Nakibus Lakara has said AMISOM troops are forging ahead with clearing and securing various main supply routes, mentoring Somali Security Forces, and conducting joint offensives with…

AU satisfied with progress made in implementing the Somali Transition Plan

On an assessment mission to Somalia, the African Union Peace Support Operations Division (AU PSOD) was satisfied with the progress being made to transfer security responsibilities to Somali Security Forces, in line with the Somali Transition Plan.

AMISOM helps families affected by drought in Dhobley

Female soldiers serving in the Kenyan contingent of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) have launched an initiative to support families affected by drought in southern Somalia.

AMISOM honors outgoing Ethiopian troops in Sector Four

Ethiopia National Defense Forces (ENDF) troops serving under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) have been saluted for their dedication, sacrifice, professionalism and commitment to duty.