An African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) commander led his colleagues on a visit to the Hawadley forward operating base (FOB).
Maj. Gen. Jean Claude Niyiburana was at the Hawadley FOB on Sunday.
Their visit to the FOB was significant considering the need to evaluate the preparedness of the ATMIS troops for combat.
Maj. Gen. Niyiburana and his delegation also assessed the troops’ welfare.
While addressing the troops, Maj. Gen. Niyiburana confirmed that they are willing to work closely with local authorities to address the needs of residents affected by the ongoing El Nino rains and floods.