The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have deployed a new battle group to serve under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS).
Uganda Battle Group 37 replaces Battle Group 34 which has completed its one-year tour of duty in Somalia.
During their tour of duty, the outgoing battle group conducted operations against Al-Shabaab, detonated improvised explosive devices, promoted civil-military cooperation, and mentored the Somali security forces.
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Source: African Business