Photo: VOAAfrican Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) peacekeepers from Burundi patrol after fighting between insurgents and government soldiers on the outskirts of Mogadishu (file photo). analysisDespite global efforts to combat terrorism in Somalia, al-Shabaab's attacks continue and the group still controls large parts of the country. The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) has been active in Somalia for 10 years, and while it has raised hopes for peace and security, the country is still not safe. The 22 000-strong AMISOM forces are to start pulling out of Somalia in 2018, and the AU is arguing for a final push against al-Shabaab before that date. The London Conference also needs to address funding for Somali security forces.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 10, 2017 10:30 UTC