Uganda begins withdrawing troops deployed bilaterally in Somalia
Uganda has initiated a phased withdrawal of its troops from Somalia, ending a 20-year security presence. The drawdown will be completed by 2027, transitioning full security responsibility to the Somali Armed Forces.
Why it matters
This marks a significant shift in regional security dynamics in the Horn of Africa as Somalia prepares to take full control of its national defense.
MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Uganda’s military has begun withdrawing troops deployed in Somalia under bilateral arrangements with the Somali federal government, a spokesperson said on Monday.
“The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has embarked on the drawdown of troops deployed in Somalia under bilateral arrangements with the Federal Government effective immediately,” UPDF spokesman Chris Magezi said in a statement.
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