The African Union Peace and Security Council announced on Friday the approval of five countries to contribute military forces to the new stabilization mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
The mission aims to support the Somali Federal Government in combating terrorism and advancing state-building efforts.
According to the official statement released by the Council, Djibouti, Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda will participate in the new mission, which is expected to include approximately 12,000 troops.
The troop contributions are distributed as follows:
- Egypt: 1,091 troops
- Uganda: 4,500 troops
- Ethiopia: 2,500 troops
- Kenya: 1,410 troops
- Djibouti: 1,520 troops
The Council reaffirmed its full support for the decisions made by the Somalia Operations Coordination Committee (SOCC).
Emphasizing that the stabilization mission AUSSOM will play a strategic role in helping Somalia Federal Government counter al-Shabaab group, which is linked to al-Qaeda.
The Council also expressed concern over the “serious financial and logistical challenges” that may hinder the mission’s effectiveness.
Urging member states and international donors to provide the necessary support urgently to ensure the success of the mission.
