Ambassador Liu Guijin, Special Representative of the Chinese Government on African Affairs, Vice-Minister Zhai Jun, Deputy Governor of Zhejiang Province, GongZheng, President Wu Fengmin of the Zhejiang Normal University, Excellences, Distinguished participants, ladies and gentlemen: Thank you for offering me the opportunity to also address the opening ceremony of the maiden China-Africa Think Tanks Forum here in the beautiful city … Continue reading …
World has an opportunity to exercise moral mandate Ghana’s Former President, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings says the world has a grand opportunity with certain world leaders in place, to exercise her moral mandate provided corrupters and warmongers can contained. In an address delivered at the first meeting of the China-Africa Think Tank Forums in Hangzhou, China, President Rawlings said … Continue reading …
PRESS RELEASE (For Immediate Release) Mogadishu Business Community Thanks AMISOM Mogadishu, 30 October, 2011; The business community in the Somali capial, Mogadishu, this morning presented a total of thirty animals to AMISOM in appreciation of the Mission’s effort in securing the capital from Al Qaeda-linked terrorists. The gift, which included 14 cows and 16 camels, was presented during a function at the Somali … Continue reading …
PRESS RELEASE (For Immediate Release) AMISOM Beats Back Extremist Attack On Mogadishu Mogadishu, 29 October, 2011; African Union troops helping to defend the Somali capital, Mogadishu, have today beaten off an attack by al Qaeda-linked terrorists on one of their positions in the outskirts of the city. At noon, armed terrorists, including 2 suicide bombers disguised as Somali Army troops, attempted … Continue reading …
Procurement Number: 10/AMISOM/ADMIN/11 The African Union Mission for Somalia (AMISOM) has received funds from European Union for the procurement of the above mentioned goods and ancillary services, and now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the supply, Delivery ICT-Equipment Assorted Stationeries, Vehicle Desks, Chairs and Cupboards (Find attached detailed specifications). Bidding is open to all suppliers who can demonstrate the … Continue reading …
AMISOM Force Commander Maj Gen F Mugisha Defence Minister Burundi greeted by Guard of Honour at Force HQ AMISOM. He then visited Burundi Camps including Jazeera Camp for the training of Somali recruits.
PRESS RELEASE (For Immediate Release) AMISOM Commanders Meet With Somali President Over Ongoing Deynile Operations Mogadishu, 23,October, 2011;The commanders of the Ugandan and Burundian contingents of the African Union Mission in Somalia today met with the President of the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia to discuss the ongoing operations being carried out in Mogadishu’s outlying Deynile district. On Thursday, AMISOM … Continue reading …
PRESS RELEASE Control of Deynile Critical to Security of Mogadishu Mogadishu, 21 October, 2011; AMISOM Force Commander, Maj. Gen. Fred Mugisha, today undertook a tour of the frontline following the commencement yesterday of operations in support of the Somali National Army, aimed at pushing al-Qa’ida linked extremists from the strategic Deynile district on the outskirts of Mogadishu. “Deynile is of vital … Continue reading …
PRESS RELEASE AMISOM Condemns Deliberate Targeting of Civilians in Mogadishu Nairobi, 18 October, 2011: Today, a suicide car bomb killed at least 4 civilians and injured 15 near a building housing the Foreign Affairs Ministry. Among the dead were a street vendor and a pedestrian. The AU Mission in Somalia strongly condemns this cowardly act and expresses its horror at … Continue reading …
His Excellency Former President Jerry Rawlings made a visit to Somalia. He was grreted by the Force Commander and Deputy UN Mission and he given a Guard of Honour at the Force HQ. He visited the Military Hospital, the new Movements Control Centre, the main military stores depot before going on to a call with the President of Somalia.
Ugandan Troops building defences on the new front line on the Bal’ad Road beyond the Pasta Factory and on the northern edge of Mogadishu, whilst under constant threat of direct fire. On return from the front line, evidence of the destruction is marked.
His Excellency Former President Jerry Rawlings made a visit to Somalia. He was grreted by the Force Commander and Deputy UN Mission and he given a Guard of Honour at the Force HQ. He visited the Military Hospital, the new Movements Control Centre, the main military stores depot before going on to a call with the President of Somalia.
A photo diary of daily routine life in the Torfiq District of Mogadishu .Street life returning to normal in Bukara Market.
Procurement Number: 09/ AMISOM/ADMIN/11 The African Union Mission for Somalia has received fund from European Union for the procurement of the above mentioned goods and ancillary services, and now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the supply of Safety and Security Equipment. Bidding is open to all suppliers who can demonstrate their Capacity and Experience of Supplying Safety and … Continue reading …