Ugandan CDF Gen. Katumba Wamala Visits Frontline Troops in Janaale Base, Somalia

Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Edward Katumba Wamala has visited and briefed AMISOM frontline troops in Janaale base, Lower Shabelle Region.

Uganda’s CDF visit was prompted by what happened in Janaale AU base which is under the contingent of the Ugandan troops.

Early this week, Al Shabaab militants using a vehicle borne explosive (VBIED) rammed the gate of the military camp to gain forceful entry into the camp, where they were engaged in battle by the troops.

The CDF visit was to assess the situation first hand, what happened and to establish whether there were any flaws in terms of the response. However, he commended their gallantry in their fight against the Al Shabaab terrorists. I am convinced that the boys put up a good fight,” said Gen. Katumba.

General Katumba was guided on a tour of the Janaale base by the AMISOM Ugandan Contingent Commander Brig. Gen. Sam Kavuma and briefed by the troops on the ground.

The General took time to thank the troops for maintaining the high morale and asserted that the enemy of peace will be fought and defeated. He further thanked the partners and FGS for the mutual support rendered to enable AMISOM operations progress positively.

General Katumba expressed heartfelt condolences to the families and colleagues of the soldiers who lost their lives and sent wishes for quick recovery for the injured.

Brigadier Sam Kavuma said the CDF’s visit to the troops was timely and his tactical guidance will facilitate further progress with combat operations.