ATMIS reaffirms to support Somalia security agencies to intensify security

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting Somalia Security Forces (SSF) to strengthen security, stabilization and development efforts.

ATMIS said they are mandated to reduce the threat posed by al-Shabab and vows to help the Somalia security agencies the capacity-building of an integrated SSF and conduct a phased handover of security responsibilities to Somalia.

ATMIS Acting Force Commander Marius accentuated ATMIS’ commitment to delivering on its mandate and authorization from both the United Nations Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council.

He said ATMIS will continue to support targeted joint operations led by Somalia security forces until it eventually hands over security responsibilities to the SSF by the December 2024 deadline.

ATMIS said the AU mission provided the Somalia security agencies with air support, which included both attack and utility helicopters, to the joint operations in the southern and central regions.